Fire Safety Tips for Seniors

Senior Safety  |  October 12, 2018

What Every Senior in Edmonton, AB Needs to Know About Fire Safety

Fire Safety Tips for Seniors | Reduce the risk of fire by making simple changes in your home or the home of a loved one. According to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), families, seniors and caregivers need to learn about household fires and how they typically start.

Damage from home fires is devastating and the costs are staggering. Over 3,000 deaths and 14,000 injuries in a year are hard to fathom, but fire is powerful and destructive. Still, there are ways to lessen the risk of fire.

12 Fire Safety Tips for Seniors and Caregivers:

Tip #1. Smoke Alarms:

Install smoke alarms around the home, on each floor, inside, and around all bedrooms.

Tip #2. Test Smoke Alarms:

Test home smoke alarms at least once per month. Replace batteries at least once a year.

Tip #3. Replace Smoke Alarms:

Discard and replace smoke alarms over 10 years old.

Tip #4. Don’t Leave Cooking Unattended:

Stay in the kitchen when cooking, especially if frying, grilling, or broiling food.

Tip #5. Fire Extinguisher:

Keep a fire extinguisher easily available in the kitchen.

Tip #6. Burning Candles:

Never leave burning candles unattended. Just blow them out when leaving a room or preparing for sleep.

Tip #7. Out of Reach:

Hide the matches and lighters to keep them out of the reach of children.

Tip #8. Inspect Environment:

Inspect and replace any cracked or damaged electrical cords.

Tip #9. Space Heaters:

Keep all heaters (fixed or portable) away from furniture, clothing, curtains, bedding, etc. There should be at least three feet of space beyond the heaters. Turn them off before going to bed.

Tip #10. Smoke Outside:

Ask your smoking family or friends to go outside when they smoke. Provide sturdy, deep ashtrays.

Tip #11. Escape Plan:

Create an organized fire escape plan and practice it at least twice a year. Consider any special needs or handicaps, as well.

Tip #12. Call for Help:

If a fire breaks out, get out first. Call for help from outside the home or building.

Often, home fires can be prevented. Comfort Keepers® might be able to reduce the risk of fire for you or your elderly loved ones. Our professionally-trained caregivers can assess home environments for safety. 

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If you are concerned about the health and well-being of your aging loved ones we can help with retirement care, 24-hour care, respite care, senior care, companionship care, end-of-life care, post-surgery care, palliative care, personal care, senior living transition services, and much more! 

Comfort Keepers®’ are trained caregivers who help provide senior clients with the highest quality of life possible to keep them happy and healthy at home. 

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Moreover, our trained caregivers are selected with one specific quality: empathy. Empathetic care is care that starts in the heart, and it allows us to meet our client’s exact needs. 

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To learn more about senior care in Edmonton, contact the Comfort Keepers® office to discuss our unique service offering. If you live in Devon, Edmonton, Sherwood Park, or Stony Plain and surrounding areas, contact Comfort Keepers at 780-465-4665.

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Comfort Keepers® Edmonton is here to help you and your loved ones get the best care possible. Recently awarded the “Accredited with Exemplary Standing” seal by Accreditation Canada, our Edmonton location has achieved the highest available certification in Canada for Home Care services, clearly demonstrating Comfort Keepers’ commitment to offering safe, high-quality home care to its senior clients in Edmonton.

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