Hints for Home Safety – Dining Room

Have some activity material close by to encourage elder to do activity eg. Plants or exercise equipment such as bike and pulley

Sturdy chair with arms

Adequate lighting, 600 lux for table top

Large remote control for TV

Plate color should contrast with the table, can use place mat to create color contrast. Non slip placemat and special utensils can be used if necessary

Sofa should be firm and of right height, feet should be able to place flat on floor

Non glare, non slippery floor with clear pathways

Cupboard drawers should have labels with both text and photo

Chinese calendar and a western calendar for writing important events. The height of the calendar should be parallel to the eye level of the elder.

Large clock hanging at eye level