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Free Grab Bar Installations for Santa Clara South County Residents
According to the California Department of Health, there are over 420,786 annually reported falls throughout the state resulting in 348,946 patient emergency room visits. Falls continue to be one of the leading causes for deaths of individuals over the age of 65. The...
Marin Center for Independent Living Receives Grant to Provide Grab Bars for County Residents
According to the California Department of Health, there are over 420,786 reported falls throughout the state a year that results in 348,946 emergency room visits. Marin County’s latest falls data reveals that about one third of older adults in Marin reported falling...
Join Home Safety Services in supporting The Villages of San Mateo on Giving Tuesday!
Giving Tuesday: It started in 2012 and is now a global movement encouraging people to do good by giving, collaborating, and celebrating generosity. VSMC is participating for the first time by asking our extensive list of contacts to donate to good causes,...
Perfect from Top to Bottom!
We’re excited to announce that our exclusive Slide Track accessory is now available for our next-generation straight stairlift the Handicare 1100.The Slide Track is ideal for hallways where access is required through doorways either at the top and/or bottom of the...
Expertise, Efficiency and Care vs DIY- A Client’s Perspective
I needed to install 2 grab bars in a tile shower on short notice, so I bought all the materials, drills, special bits, levels, stud finders, etc. And then fortunately I heard about Home Safety Services. So instead of ruining my shower tiles, I sent all the...
“I’m gonna take a shower today!”
Earlier this week Home Safety Services visited a veteran on behalf of the VA to provide a shower chair and grab bar. Upon assessing his situation, our technician recognized that a shower chair in his tub shower would still require him to step over the high lip of the...
Savings on Overstock of Refurbished Ramps
Wheelchair ramps are a practical and cost-effective solution that improves the lifestyle of those with limited mobility. It allows users to gain their independence and freedom as they navigate safely in and around their home. Benefits of at home...
The Area 12 Agency on Aging Introduce: Dignity at Home Fall Prevention Program
The Dignity at Home Fall Prevention program is an evidence-based program centered on helping seniors avoid falls and remain safely in their homes. The program focuses on education, community outreach, and injury prevention equipment and services. The program also...
Just a Grab Bar or Two
Last week, a client called Home Safety Services to request service for "a grab bar or two" in her shower. During the assessment, our technician inquired as to whether she had any other concerns including the stairs at her entrances. Fast forward to a week later, we...