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How Safe is your Loved One's Living Room?
Your Safety Score: 4/8
High Risk
Take Action. You’ve taken an important step towards preventing your loved one from falling. The critical next step is to review the recommended actions to take, based on your responses to this quiz. If you are unsure whether to make the fixes yourself or hire it done, go to our Caregiver Resource Center for tools and resources on hiring a contractor, locating services to help you and financial assistance information.
Specific Remediations For Your Consideration:
- With the presence of a throw/scatter rug ❶, remove the throw/scatter rug, use a double sided rug tape or a rug pad to secure the rug to the floor.
- When there is poor lighting ❹, increase wattage of bulbs to allowable limits in lamps/lights. Add additional lamps or wall/overhead lights.
- When it is difficult to access light switches ❼, add "clapper" light switch control to lamps. There are other remote control switching options for operating the lights. Rearrange furnishings to allow quick access to wall switch or lamps.
- When there is not enough space to move around ❽, remove clutter or excess furniture that prevent you from moving around the room easily. Some items may be rearranged, but you may want to donate or throw out other items you don’t really need or use.
Source: University of Buffalo Department of Rehabilitation Science, Home Safety Self Assessment Tool (HSSAT) v.5 -
anemptytextllineWhat is your level of depression?
Your Depression Score: 2
Minimal Depression
Your score indicates you are not experiencing limitations due to your symptoms, and therefore may not require treatment.
Did You Know?
Depression affects every person differently. From day-to-day, how you feel and the challenges you face can change. If you begin having symptoms of depression, talk to your doctor.Essential Health Resources
Read our Low Down on Depression for tips on how to talk with your doctor. To get more resources, create your account now and get your own personal Health Home filled with health information and tools for you and your family.If You or Someone You Know Can’t Cope, Feels Life Isn’t Worth Living, or Having Thoughts of Suicide, Get Help NOW.
Call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255. Local crisis workers are available 24/7 to listen and help. If you think you or someone you care for is having a medical or psychiatric emergency, call 911 or go to the nearest hospital.Mike's Observation(s):
Generally, feeling pretty good... Sometimes, waking up early 3:30am or 4:00am
Source: Personal Health Questionnaire (PHQ-9) Developed by Drs. Robert L. Spitzer, Janet B.W. Williams, Kurt Kroenke and colleagues, with an educational grant from Pfizer Inc. -
anemptytextllineWhat is your level of anxiety?
Your Anxiety Score: 2
Minimal Anxiety
Your score indicates you may be experiencing mild anxiety which is currently not interfering with your daily life.
Did You Know?
Anxiety is a very normal response to stress. However, if it begins to consume you and makes everyday activities difficult, you may want to talk to your doctor.Essential Health Resources
Learn more with our “What is Anxiety Disorder?” to better understand the causes and treatment of anxiety, and much more. Create your account now and get your own personal Health Home filled with health information and tools for you and your family.Anxiety and Depression Often Go Hand-in-Hand
Take our “Could I Be Depressed?" brief assessment to check whether depression may also be impacting you and your health.Carol's Observation(s):
Sometimes a little irritable...
Source: Generalized Anxiety Disorder 7-Item (GAD-7) Scale Developed by Drs. R.L. Spitzer, Jabet B.W. Williams, K. Kroenke and B. Lowe, with an educational grant from Pfizer Inc. -
anemptytextlline
How Safe is your Loved One's Living Room?
Your Safety Score: 7/8
Moderate Risk
Be alert.
Where there is one or two safety hazards, there is a moderate risk for a fall to occur. Review the recommended actions to take, based on your responses to this quiz. If you are unsure whether to make the fixes yourself or hire it done, go to our Caregiver Resource Center for tools and resources on hiring a contractor, locating services to help you and financial assistance information.-
Specific Remediations For Your Consideration:
- There is a presence of clutter ❷, consider eliminating clutter on floor surfaces by placing items on shelves or storage. Consider donating or throwing out the items you no longer use. Avoid Carpets with confusing patterns.
Did You Know?
Other factors that play into how likely someone is to fall have to do with health conditions, vision, memory impairments and medications, to name a few. Go to our Caregiver Resource Center to learn more about fall prevention and keeping your loved one safe at home.General Remedies:
The Sagacity Store organizes healthcare products around Daily Activities and may be a source to address some safety hazard issues.Lynda's Observation(s):
Pretty good, I think...
Source: University of Buffalo Department of Rehabilitation Science, Home Safety Self Assessment Tool (HSSAT) v.5 -
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anemptytextlline
What is your level of anxiety?
Your Anxiety Score: 0
Minimal Anxiety
Your score indicates you may be experiencing mild anxiety which is currently not interfering with your daily life.
Did You Know?
Anxiety is a very normal response to stress. However, if it begins to consume you and makes everyday activities difficult, you may want to talk to your doctor.Essential Health Resources
Learn more with our “What is Anxiety Disorder?” to better understand the causes and treatment of anxiety, and much more. Create your account now and get your own personal Health Home filled with health information and tools for you and your family.Anxiety and Depression Often Go Hand-in-Hand
Take our “Could I Be Depressed?" brief assessment to check whether depression may also be impacting you and your health.Gil's Observation(s):
Test to Mike
Source: Generalized Anxiety Disorder 7-Item (GAD-7) Scale Developed by Drs. R.L. Spitzer, Jabet B.W. Williams, K. Kroenke and B. Lowe, with an educational grant from Pfizer Inc. -
anemptytextlline
How Safe is your Loved One's Bathroom?
Your Safety Score: 5/10
High Risk
Take Action.
You’ve taken an important step towards preventing your loved one from falling. The critical next step is to review the recommended actions to take, based on your responses to this quiz. If you are unsure whether to make the fixes yourself or hire it done, go to our Caregiver Resource Center for tools and resources on hiring a contractor, locating services to help you and financial assistance information.-
Specific Remediations For Your Consideration:
- For a lack of grab bars in the shower area ❸, add grab bars to the wall near the shower and on the wall where the bath faucets are.
- For a lack of grab bars near the toilet ❹, add a grab bar on the wall next to the toilet or toilet safety grab bars that attach at the toilet seat screws.
- If the tub is clawfoot or too high ❼, consider adding a tub transfer bench to slide into the tub area or replace with a lower tub.
- For lack of a bath chair or transfer bench ❽, consider adding a bath chair along with grab bars to the tub or shower area. A tub transfer bench is helpful if you have difficulty stepping into the tub area, because you can sit and slide over into the tub area.
- For incorrect placement of grab bars ❿, if permanently installed, hire a qualified professional to change the grab bars to the correct location and angle.
Is There More Than One Bathroom In The Home?
If yes, take this quiz again to check the safety of each bathroom in the house.Did You Know?
Other factors that play into how likely someone is to fall have to do with health conditions, vision, memory impairments and medications, to name a few. Go to our Caregiver Resource Center to learn more about fall prevention and keeping your loved one safe at home.General Remedies:
The Sagacity Store organizes healthcare products around Daily Activities and may be a source to address some safety hazard issues.
Source: University of Buffalo Department of Rehabilitation Science, Home Safety Self Assessment Tool (HSSAT) v.5 -
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anemptytextlline
How Safe is your Loved One's Bathroom?
Your Safety Score: 7/10
High Risk
Take Action.
You’ve taken an important step towards preventing your loved one from falling. The critical next step is to review the recommended actions to take, based on your responses to this quiz. If you are unsure whether to make the fixes yourself or hire it done, go to our Caregiver Resource Center for tools and resources on hiring a contractor, locating services to help you and financial assistance information.-
Specific Remediations For Your Consideration:
- For a lack of grab bars in the tub ❷, add a bath grab bar on the wall or a clamp-o bar to the tub.
- For a lack of grab bars in the shower area ❸, add grab bars to the wall near the shower and on the wall where the bath faucets are.
- If a toilet seat is too high or too low ❺, consider adding a raised toilet sear for seats that are too low or consider a lower profile toilet if it is too high.
Is There More Than One Bathroom In The Home?
If yes, take this quiz again to check the safety of each bathroom in the house.Did You Know?
Other factors that play into how likely someone is to fall have to do with health conditions, vision, memory impairments and medications, to name a few. Go to our Caregiver Resource Center to learn more about fall prevention and keeping your loved one safe at home.General Remedies:
The Sagacity Store organizes healthcare products around Daily Activities and may be a source to address some safety hazard issues.
Source: University of Buffalo Department of Rehabilitation Science, Home Safety Self Assessment Tool (HSSAT) v.5 -
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anemptytextlline
How Safe is your Loved One's Kitchen?
Your Safety Score: 5/8
High Risk
Take Action.
You’ve taken an important step towards preventing your loved one from falling. The critical next step is to review the recommended actions to take, based on your responses to this quiz. If you are unsure whether to make the fixes yourself or hire it done, go to our Caregiver Resource Center for tools and resources on hiring a contractor, locating services to help you and financial assistance information.-
Specific Remediations For Your Consideration:
- When cabinets are too high or low ❶, consider moving items to the shelves closest to the counter. Add hooks to the wall for pots and pans you use frequently.
- With the presence of a throw/scatter rug ❺, remove the throw/scatter rug, use a double sided rug tape or a rug pad to secure the rug to the floor.
- There is presence of a slippery floor ❻, Do NOT walk on a wet floor. Wear comfortable and fit shoes or socks with a non-skid sole. Change the flooring surface to one that is less slippery.
Did You Know?
Other factors that play into how likely someone is to fall have to do with health conditions, vision, memory impairments and medications, to name a few. Go to our Caregiver Resource Center to learn more about fall prevention and keeping your loved one safe at home.General Remedies:
The Sagacity Store organizes healthcare products around Daily Activities and may be a source to address some safety hazard issues.Test's Observation(s):
Need to remove rugs
Source: University of Buffalo Department of Rehabilitation Science, Home Safety Self Assessment Tool (HSSAT) v.5 -
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anemptytextlline
How Safe is your Loved One's Bedroom?
Your Safety Score: 7/9
High Risk
Take Action.
You’ve taken an important step towards preventing your loved one from falling. The critical next step is to review the recommended actions to take, based on your responses to this quiz. If you are unsure whether to make the fixes yourself or hire it done, go to our Caregiver Resource Center for tools and resources on hiring a contractor, locating services to help you and financial assistance information.-
Specific Remediations For Your Consideration:
- There is a presence of clutter ❶, consider eliminating clutter on floor surfaces by placing items on shelves or storage. Consider donating or throwing out the items you no longer use.
- There is presence of electric cords across the floor ❷, run your cords behind furnishings. Use extension cords to accomplish this. Rearrange items that must be plugged in to areas near an outlet.
Is There More Than One Bedroom In The Home?
If yes, take this quiz again to check the safety of each bedroom in the house.Did You Know?
Other factors that play into how likely someone is to fall have to do with health conditions, vision, memory impairments and medications, to name a few. Go to our Caregiver Resource Center to learn more about fall prevention and keeping your loved one safe at home.General Remedies:
The Sagacity Store organizes healthcare products around Daily Activities and may be a source to address some safety hazard issues.
Source: University of Buffalo Department of Rehabilitation Science, Home Safety Self Assessment Tool (HSSAT) v.5 -
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anemptytextlline
How Safe is your Loved One's Living Room?
Your Safety Score: 8/8
Low Risk
Good news!
Based on your responses to this short quiz, you’ve confirmed there are no potential living room hazards at this time. As you know, things can change…and they do. So, recheck for safety hazards on an ongoing basis.Did You Know?
Other factors that play into how likely someone is to fall have to do with health conditions, vision, memory impairments and medications, to name a few. Go to our Caregiver Resource Center to learn more about fall prevention and keeping your loved one safe at home.General Remedies:
The Sagacity Store organizes healthcare products around Daily Activities and may be a source to address some safety hazard issues.
Source: University of Buffalo Department of Rehabilitation Science, Home Safety Self Assessment Tool (HSSAT) v.5 -
anemptytextlline
How Safe is your Loved One's Bathroom?
Your Safety Score: 7/10
High Risk
Take Action.
You’ve taken an important step towards preventing your loved one from falling. The critical next step is to review the recommended actions to take, based on your responses to this quiz. If you are unsure whether to make the fixes yourself or hire it done, go to our Caregiver Resource Center for tools and resources on hiring a contractor, locating services to help you and financial assistance information.-
Specific Remediations For Your Consideration:
- There is a presence of unsafe bath rugs ❶,Consider using a bath rug with a non-skid bottom.
- For a lack of grab bars in the tub ❷, add a bath grab bar on the wall or a clamp-o bar to the tub.
- For a lack of grab bars near the toilet ❹, add a grab bar on the wall next to the toilet or toilet safety grab bars that attach at the toilet seat screws.
Is There More Than One Bathroom In The Home?
If yes, take this quiz again to check the safety of each bathroom in the house.Did You Know?
Other factors that play into how likely someone is to fall have to do with health conditions, vision, memory impairments and medications, to name a few. Go to our Caregiver Resource Center to learn more about fall prevention and keeping your loved one safe at home.General Remedies:
The Sagacity Store organizes healthcare products around Daily Activities and may be a source to address some safety hazard issues.
Source: University of Buffalo Department of Rehabilitation Science, Home Safety Self Assessment Tool (HSSAT) v.5 -
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anemptytextlline
What is your level of anxiety?
Your Anxiety Score: 9
Mild Anxiety
Your score indicates that worry, nervousness or fear may be impacting your everyday activities.
Did You Know?
Anxiety is a very normal response to stress. However, as it begins to control more of you and makes everyday activities difficult, it is wise to talk to your doctor/a professional and seek treatment.Essential Health Resources
Learn more with our “What is Anxiety Disorder?” to better understand the causes and treatment of anxiety, and much more. Create your account now and get your own personal Health Home filled with health information and tools for you and your family.Anxiety and Depression Often Go Hand-in-Hand
Take our “Could I Be Depressed?" brief assessment to check whether depression may also be impacting you and your health.
Source: Generalized Anxiety Disorder 7-Item (GAD-7) Scale Developed by Drs. R.L. Spitzer, Jabet B.W. Williams, K. Kroenke and B. Lowe, with an educational grant from Pfizer Inc. -
anemptytextlline
What is your level of anxiety?
Your Anxiety Score: 15
Severe Anxiety
Your score indicates that your worry and fears about day-to-day issues is becoming excessive and that you may be experiencing other stress-related or depression-related symptoms.
Did You Know?
Anxiety that has become uncontrollable can lead to panic attacks or fears that cripple you ability to do normal, everyday activities. If you haven’t already seen doctor or health professional, please do so, as there are many things that can be done to help relieve your anxiety.Essential Health Resources
Learn more with our “What is Anxiety Disorder?” to better understand the causes and treatment of anxiety, and much more. Create your account now and get your own personal Health Home filled with health information and tools for you and your family.Anxiety and Depression Often Go Hand-in-Hand
Take our “Could I Be Depressed?" brief assessment to check whether depression may also be impacting you and your health.
Source: Generalized Anxiety Disorder 7-Item (GAD-7) Scale Developed by Drs. R.L. Spitzer, Jabet B.W. Williams, K. Kroenke and B. Lowe, with an educational grant from Pfizer Inc. -
anemptytextlline
What is the level of your Heatlh-Related Social Needs?
Area(s) of Risk Identified
Be Aware!
Health starts in our homes by having the resources we need to live safely and well in our communities. Based on your answers, the following area(s) can be potentially harmful to your health if not addressed:Living Situation - Based on your answers, your living environment could be placing your health at risk. Having a housing environment that is safe, clean and one that you can depend on is key to good health. Being at risk of losing your home or not having a steady place to live is stressful and can impact your physical and emotional health. Have hope. There are resources to help you. The Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) is recommended resource as a start for getting housing assistance. Talk with your doctor or social/case worker, if you have one, to get experts working to help you get what you need to live safely.
Food - Based on your answers, getting access to enough food to maintain your nutritional health could be a problem for you. The worry of having enough food can impact your emotional well-being and the good news is that there is support available. Start by finding Food Bank Resources and check your eligibility for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). Please talk with your doctor or social/case worker, if you have one, to get experts working to help you get what you need.
Did you know?
Just like eating well and staying active, not smoking, getting the recommended immunizations and screening tests, and seeing a doctor when we are sick all influence our health, so too does the quality and safety of the conditions in which we live influence our health. Millions of people struggle with these issues every day. If you are struggling too, realize you are not alone and help is available.Essential Resources to Help You
Get our expanded set of resources on Improving Your Health by Making Changes to Live Safely at Home. Create your FREE account now and get your own personal Health Home filled with health information and tools for you and your family to live a healthy life.
Source: The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS): Medicare -
anemptytextlline
What is your level of depression?
Your Depression Score: 27
Severe Depression
Your score indicates you may be finding it extremely difficult to deal with basic life tasks and should immediately see your doctor for relief and ongoing treatment options.
Did You Know?
Depression is very common, and you can find relief with medication and/or counseling treatment. If your symptoms of depression worsen and/or persist, please immediately talk to your doctor.Essential Health Resources
Read our Low Down on Depression for tips on how to talk with your doctor. To get more resources, create your account now and get your own personal Health Home filled with health information and tools for you and your family.If You or Someone You Know Can’t Cope, Feels Life Isn’t Worth Living, or Having Thoughts of Suicide, Get Help NOW.
Call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255. Local crisis workers are available 24/7 to listen and help. If you think you or someone you care for is having a medical or psychiatric emergency, call 911 or go to the nearest hospital.
Source: Personal Health Questionnaire (PHQ-9) Developed by Drs. Robert L. Spitzer, Janet B.W. Williams, Kurt Kroenke and colleagues, with an educational grant from Pfizer Inc. -
anemptytextllineWhat is your level of anxiety?
Your Anxiety Score: 9
Mild Anxiety
Your score indicates that worry, nervousness or fear may be impacting your everyday activities.
Did You Know?
Anxiety is a very normal response to stress. However, as it begins to control more of you and makes everyday activities difficult, it is wise to talk to your doctor/a professional and seek treatment.Essential Health Resources
Learn more with our “What is Anxiety Disorder?” to better understand the causes and treatment of anxiety, and much more. Create your account now and get your own personal Health Home filled with health information and tools for you and your family.Anxiety and Depression Often Go Hand-in-Hand
Take our “Could I Be Depressed?" brief assessment to check whether depression may also be impacting you and your health.Mike's Observation(s):
Some Text Here...
Source: Generalized Anxiety Disorder 7-Item (GAD-7) Scale Developed by Drs. R.L. Spitzer, Jabet B.W. Williams, K. Kroenke and B. Lowe, with an educational grant from Pfizer Inc. -
anemptytextlline
What is your level of anxiety?
Your Anxiety Score: 21
Severe Anxiety
Your score indicates that your worry and fears about day-to-day issues is becoming excessive and that you may be experiencing other stress-related or depression-related symptoms.
Did You Know?
Anxiety that has become uncontrollable can lead to panic attacks or fears that cripple you ability to do normal, everyday activities. If you haven’t already seen doctor or health professional, please do so, as there are many things that can be done to help relieve your anxiety.Essential Health Resources
Learn more with our “What is Anxiety Disorder?” to better understand the causes and treatment of anxiety, and much more. Create your account now and get your own personal Health Home filled with health information and tools for you and your family.Anxiety and Depression Often Go Hand-in-Hand
Take our “Could I Be Depressed?" brief assessment to check whether depression may also be impacting you and your health.Mike's Observation(s):
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Source: Generalized Anxiety Disorder 7-Item (GAD-7) Scale Developed by Drs. R.L. Spitzer, Jabet B.W. Williams, K. Kroenke and B. Lowe, with an educational grant from Pfizer Inc. -
anemptytextlline
How Safe is your Loved One's Bathroom?
Your Safety Score: 8/10
Moderate Risk
Be alert.
Where there is one or two safety hazards, there is a moderate risk for a fall to occur. Review the recommended actions to take, based on your responses to this quiz. If you are unsure whether to make the fixes yourself or hire it done, go to our Caregiver Resource Center for tools and resources on hiring a contractor, locating services to help you and financial assistance information.-
Specific Remediations For Your Consideration:
- For a lack of grab bars near the toilet ❹, add a grab bar on the wall next to the toilet or toilet safety grab bars that attach at the toilet seat screws.
- For lack of a bath chair or transfer bench ❽, consider adding a bath chair along with grab bars to the tub or shower area. A tub transfer bench is helpful if you have difficulty stepping into the tub area, because you can sit and slide over into the tub area.
Is There More Than One Bathroom In The Home?
If yes, take this quiz again to check the safety of each bathroom in the house.Did You Know?
Other factors that play into how likely someone is to fall have to do with health conditions, vision, memory impairments and medications, to name a few. Go to our Caregiver Resource Center to learn more about fall prevention and keeping your loved one safe at home.General Remedies:
The Sagacity Store organizes healthcare products around Daily Activities and may be a source to address some safety hazard issues.
Source: University of Buffalo Department of Rehabilitation Science, Home Safety Self Assessment Tool (HSSAT) v.5 -
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anemptytextlline
How Safe is your Loved One's Living Room?
Your Safety Score: 6/8
Moderate Risk
Be alert.
Where there is one or two safety hazards, there is a moderate risk for a fall to occur. Review the recommended actions to take, based on your responses to this quiz. If you are unsure whether to make the fixes yourself or hire it done, go to our Caregiver Resource Center for tools and resources on hiring a contractor, locating services to help you and financial assistance information.-
Specific Remediations For Your Consideration:
- There is a presence of clutter ❷, consider eliminating clutter on floor surfaces by placing items on shelves or storage. Consider donating or throwing out the items you no longer use. Avoid Carpets with confusing patterns.
- With the presence of unstable furniture (chair, table, etc.) ❺, place a block under the shorter leg. if the chair or table is broken, have it repaired or replaced.
Did You Know?
Other factors that play into how likely someone is to fall have to do with health conditions, vision, memory impairments and medications, to name a few. Go to our Caregiver Resource Center to learn more about fall prevention and keeping your loved one safe at home.General Remedies:
The Sagacity Store organizes healthcare products around Daily Activities and may be a source to address some safety hazard issues.
Source: University of Buffalo Department of Rehabilitation Science, Home Safety Self Assessment Tool (HSSAT) v.5 -
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anemptytextlline
What is your level of anxiety?
Your Anxiety Score: 14
Moderate Anxiety
Your score indicates that it is becoming difficult to control your worries and anxiety, which is impacting your everyday activities.
Did You Know?
Anxiety is a very normal response to stress. However, when it becomes overwhelming it can be crippling. If you haven’t already seen doctor or health professional, please do so, as there are many things that can be done to help relieve your anxiety.Essential Health Resources
Learn more with our “What is Anxiety Disorder?” to better understand the causes and treatment of anxiety, and much more. Create your account now and get your own personal Health Home filled with health information and tools for you and your family.Anxiety and Depression Often Go Hand-in-Hand
Take our “Could I Be Depressed?" brief assessment to check whether depression may also be impacting you and your health.
Source: Generalized Anxiety Disorder 7-Item (GAD-7) Scale Developed by Drs. R.L. Spitzer, Jabet B.W. Williams, K. Kroenke and B. Lowe, with an educational grant from Pfizer Inc.