Home and Individual Safety Assessment
Free Home and Individual Safety Assessments You Can Trust
Living Assistance Services offers a complimentary, no-obligation Home and Individual Safety Assessment for seniors in Toronto, the GTA and Southern Ontario. Conducted by a Registered Nurse (RN) or trained care professional, this in-home visit identifies safety risks, accessibility challenges, and opportunities to make living environments safer and more comfortable.
Whether your loved one lives independently, with family, or in a retirement residence, our goal is to prevent avoidable accidents, promote confidence, and support aging in place safely. Each assessment provides tailored recommendations and connects families with helpful resources and support to implement safety improvements.
What Our Free Home and Individual Safety Assessment Includes
Our comprehensive assessment examines every major area of the home, ensuring your loved one’s safety and peace of mind. Each visit addresses specific concerns related to fall prevention, electrical safety, fire hazards, and accessibility.
Bathroom Safety
We evaluate the bathroom for slip prevention and ease of access, identifying improvements such as:
- Installing grab bars, transfer poles, or walk-in tubs to reduce fall risk
- Using non-slip mats, tub mats, and rubber-backed bath mats near sinks and showers
- Adding adhesive strips, decals, or slip-resistant strips in tubs or tile areas
- Checking anti-scald devices and ground fault circuit interrupters (GFCIs) to prevent burns and shocks
- Ensuring non-slip shower seats are stable and appropriately sized
Bedroom Safety
We review layout and lighting to prevent nighttime falls and make emergency responses easier:
- Installing motion-sensor lights, nightlights, or remote-controlled lighting
- Keeping a clear path to the bathroom and removing tripping hazards
- Recommending bed rails for balance support or transfer assistance
- Ensuring emergency numbers are visible and accessible from the bed
- Checking temperature controls, smoke alarms, and charging stations for safety and convenience
Kitchen Safety
We assess kitchen setups to reduce burn and fire risks while making cooking easier for seniors:
- Organizing heavy items and cleaners in low, easy-to-reach locations
- Encouraging safe use of oven mitts, pot holders, and step stools
- Ensuring hot water heaters and fire extinguishers are properly maintained
- Recommending under-counter lighting, battery-operated pucks, or improved task lighting
- Ensuring original containers for cleaning products and chemicals like bleach or paint thinners to avoid confusion or spills
Living Areas and General Fall Prevention
We inspect furniture layouts, cords, rugs, and floors to remove tripping hazards and maintain open walkways. Our assessors may recommend supportive devices like transfer poles, and safe floor decals.
Stairs and Steps Safety
We examine stair railings, lighting, and surfaces to ensure secure handholds, slip-resistant treads, and even step heights.
Outdoor and Entryway Safety
We assess walkways, ramps, and seasonal hazards like ice, leaves, or uneven pavement. Recommendations may include handrails, grip mats, or anti-slip adhesive strips for porches and driveways.
Helpful Resources and Support
Each family receives tailored recommendations for assistive devices, home modifications, and community support programs to make recommended changes affordable and accessible.
Why Families Choose LAS for Home Safety Assessments
For more than 35 years, Living Assistance Services has helped seniors live safely and confidently at home. Our free, no-obligation safety assessments are designed to identify risks before they become accidents, helping families make informed decisions about home modifications or caregiving support.
Each visit is professional, compassionate, and personalized. We consider every aspect of the home environment, from bathroom and kitchen safety to stairs, lighting, and outdoor entryways. After the assessment, you’ll receive clear, practical recommendations for enhancing comfort and independence.
The LAS Difference
- 35 years of trusted Ontario home-care experience
- Complimentary assessments with no commitment required
- Registered Nurse or trained care assessor visits your home
- Comprehensive safety checks across all living areas
- Guidance on community resources, home equipment, and support options
Providing Home Safety Assessments Across Toronto, the GTA and Southern Ontario
Our Registered Nurses and caregivers provide free home and individual safety assessments in Toronto, Mississauga, Oakville, Etobicoke, North York, Scarborough, and across Southern Ontario. Wherever you call home, LAS helps create safer, more accessible environments that promote health, confidence, and independence.
Frequently Asked Questions About Home and Individual Safety Assessments
Who conducts the home safety assessment?
Assessments are completed by a Registered Nurse (RN) or trained care coordinator who reviews every area of the home for safety and accessibility.
What areas of the home do you assess?
We evaluate bathrooms, bedrooms, kitchens, living areas, stairs, and outdoor entryways to identify fall hazards and recommend safety improvements.
What specific bathroom safety features do you check?
We look for grab bars, non-slip mats, anti-scald devices, GFCIs, and walk-in tubs, all proven to reduce accidents in high-risk areas.
Do you help with next steps after the assessment?
Yes. We provide helpful resources and support, including referrals for home modifications, mobility aids, and community programs to make recommended changes.