10-Point Home Fall Risk Checklist

10-Point Home Fall Risk Checklist

Falls are the leading cause of injury among adults 65 and older — and most of the risk factors are things you can spot and fix in an afternoon.

This printable checklist walks you through the ten areas that matter most, from loose rugs and bathroom grab bars to medication side effects and worn-out cane tips. Each item explains what to look for and why it matters, so you're not just ticking boxes — you know what you're actually checking.

What's inside:

• 10 checkpoints across two sections: home environment, and physical and health risk factors
• Plain-language notes on each item, written by a licensed physical therapist with 15+ years in home health
• Flags on the four items most often overlooked or highest-risk
• A simple scoring guide to interpret your results and decide what to do next
• Print-friendly PDF — check it off on paper, room by room

Useful whether you're assessing your own home or helping a parent with theirs.

For educational purposes. Not a substitute for professional medical advice.