Falls Prevention for Seniors in Baltimore

Is your loved one’s home safeguarded from slips and falls?

It’s a question many families face, especially since about 78% of older adults live in their own homes, according to a2026 U.S. Census Bureau Report on Homeownership Rates by Age. However, most houses weren’t designed for aging in place. More than one in four seniors experience a fall at home each year, an overlooked risk that can have serious consequences.

With September marking Falls Prevention Awareness Month, we’re here to raise awareness and offer support. As we age, mobility often declines and routines change, making it even more important for our homes to adapt to seniors’ needs. At Griswold, we provide non-medical in-home care through compassionate Caregivers who assist with daily activities, helping seniors enjoy the best quality of life while staying at home.

There are many ways to prevent slips and falls. Read on for helpful fall prevention tips, local resources in Baltimore, and how Griswold can step in to support your loved ones.

Fall Prevention Tips & How Griswold Can Help

The National Council on Aging provides five easy ways to avoid falls at home. We’ll break down these tips and explain how Griswold can help. Read the full guide here and continue below for our support options.

1. Clear the way. Remove tripping hazards, like throw rugs, cords, or clutter on the floor. Move furniture to create a path for safe movement. A Griswold Caregiver can ensure there are no hazards for seniors.
2. Light it up. Replace lightbulbs with bright, non-glare bulbs to help you see around the house. A Griswold Caregiver can also ensure lights are added in the hallways and bathrooms for easy nighttime bathroom trips.
3. Have a seat. Place a chair in your bedroom so you can sit while getting dressed or putting shoes on. A Griswold Caregiver can make sure there is space for getting dressed when balance and mobility can become difficult.
4. Secure some support. Buy a shower seat, grab bar, and an adjustable-height handheld showerhead to make bathing easier. Our team will assess your loved one’s home and make sure you have the proper support.
5. Store for success. Keep frequently used items between waist and shoulder height, making them easier to access without the need for a stepstool or unsafe reaching. A Griswold Caregiver can help retrieve hard to reach objects and organize items for easier access.

Discover how our dedicated team can help by learning more about our Fall Prevention & Recovery Support care service.

Local Resources in Baltimore

There are also resources in Baltimore for more advanced home modifications, including bathroom remodeling and stairlifts.

Home Safe Home: They are proud to be leading aging-in-place specialists in Baltimore. They work with older adults and Caregivers to deliver fall prevention strategies, from the front yard walkway to your home’s interior to your back deck, based on your unique individual needs. Their home safety modifications range from bathroom and stair and chair lifts to wheelchair ramps and entryway improvements. Learn more or contact their team here.

Lifeway Mobility: Serving Greater Baltimore & Eastern Shore, Lifeway Mobility earned recognition as the “Best Stair Lift Company” from the National Council on Aging (NCOA). They offer a variety of stair lifts for straight, curved, and outdoor staircases, including used and rental options. Trained, certified technicians professionally install all stairlifts and provide service after installation. Contact them or get a free quote today.

Contact Griswold

Fall prevention is essential for maintaining independence and peace of mind as we age. If you live in Baltimore, Pikesville, Freeland, Parkton, Cockeysville, Owings Mills, or nearby areas, contact Griswold today to learn how our team can help reduce risk and support recovery after a fall. Click the link below to contact us.