Home Safety

Your bathroom can be one of the most high-risk places for potential slips and falls. But by addressing safety measures, you can minimise the risk of falls and ensure a secure and comfortable bathroom experience.

Your bathroom can be one of the most high-risk places for potential slips and falls. 

Here are some tips to help you identify hazards and enhance falls safety in your bathroom:

• Flooring safety: Is there a risk of slipping on wet vinyl or tile flooring? To prevent accidents, consider using non-slip mats, fitted carpets, or carpet tiles in your bathroom. It's essential to mop wet floor areas promptly to eliminate hazards.
• Bathing and showering: Ensure that you can access the bath and shower safely. Non-slip rubberized mats are readily available to provide stability. Consider installing a grab rail, which can significantly enhance your safety and confidence when entering or exiting the bath or shower. If you find it challenging to bathe safely, you may benefit from further assessment for additional safety measures.
• Toilet accessibility: Getting on and off the toilet should be safe and comfortable. Instead of using a radiator or other bathroom fittings for support, consider installing a grab rail. A grab rail provides stable support and can be installed by a handy person. This simple addition can significantly improve your bathroom safety.

By addressing these bathroom safety measures, you can minimise the risk of falls and ensure a secure and comfortable bathroom experience.

For adaptations and other solutions, including handrails, consider speaking to organisations specialising in home modifications or social services. Their expertise can help ensure your bedroom is a safe and functional space.

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Useful Links and Contacts

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Home Assessments

For further assessment, if you are struggling to manage around your home, contact North Yorkshire Council Adult Health and Social Care.

Telephone: 03001312131
Website: www.northyorks.gov.uk

www.northyorks.gov.uk

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North Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service

Would you like free fire safety advice at home?

Telephone: 01609 780150
Website: www.northyorksfire.gov.uk

www.northyorksfire.gov.uk

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Personal alarm pedants

Reach & Respond provides a range of services to help you stay happy, healthy and independent in your own home.

Telephone: 0333 370 1234
Website: www.reachandrespond.co.uk 

www.reachandrespond.co.uk  

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NRS Telecare

Reach & Respond provides a range of services to help you stay happy, healthy and independent in your own home.

Telephone: 0333 370 1234
Website: www.reachandrespond.co.uk 

www.reachandrespond.co.uk  

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Assistive Technology

For assistive technology across the North Yorkshire Council area, contact NRS Telecare.

NRS Telecare: 01904 221473
North Yorkshire Council: 03001312131

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Richmondshire Lifeline

Sheltered housing, lifeline and telecare provided by Richmondshire District Council.

Telephone: 01748 901147
Website: visit website 

Find out more

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