Home Safety For Seniors

Blaire Lampros of Liberty HomeCare & Hospice Services discusses home safety for seniors. More than 1/3 of all injuries happen in the home, and more than 5,000 fall-related deaths each year, but only half of caregivers have spoken to their parents about fall prevention. This video, in conjunction with Home Safety Month, offers tips to help keep seniors safe.

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