Safety Tips for Home Fall Protection

Light up your home. Use lights or night lights in the bathroom, bedroom, and kitchen.
Put regularly used items within reach. Place items between eye and hip level.
Be sure to use eyeglasses and hearing aids.
Remove low furniture such as legrests, stools, and throw rugs from pathways.
Arrange furniture so that there are clear pathways from room to room and to areas that are frequently accessed.
Keep phone and power cords securely fastened and out of the way.
Clean up spills as soon as they occur.
Put non-skid strips in the tub or shower.
Make sure your scooter or powerchair is locked and that the powerchair legrests are up before moving in or out of it.
Tell your physician or nurse practitioner of any episodes of dizziness or lightheadedness.
Utilize a toilet seat extender so you don’t have to lower yourself to a fully seated position.

Rascals are for people who want to stay ACTIVE!

Using a Rascal now will save wear and tear on your body, leaving you valuable energy to enjoy your life to the fullest! Plus, a Rascal can also help you out with:

Pain Relief
If you have symptoms of arthritis or experience pain from walking, a Rascal may provide relief by slowing down the damaging effects to your joints. In fact, you’ll be able to ride comfortably up to 25 miles on a single battery charge. Think about trying to walk that far today!

Fall Protection
If you struggle with diminished physical strength, a Rascal will alleviate the worries of being injured in an accidental fall. With a Rascal, you’ll glide across a room or over uneven sidewalks and grassy fields effortlessly.

Staying Active
A July 2006 study published in The Journal of American Medical Association found that people who stay active tend to live longer than those who don't.