Many emergencies can be prevented by noticing risks early and making a few practical changes. Staying safe does not mean worrying about everything that might happen. It means understanding the hazards in your home and community and preparing for situations that are reasonably likely to occur.

These guides will help you prevent falls, fires, burns, poisoning, electrical injuries, drowning, medication accidents, and other common household injuries. You will also learn how to prepare for severe weather, stay safe during physical activity and extreme temperatures, protect yourself in relationships, and secure potentially dangerous items in the home.

Start with the changes that would make the biggest difference in your daily life. You do not need to fix every concern at once. Each hazard you remove, alarm you test, supply you prepare, and safety plan you create makes it easier to protect yourself and the people around you.

Making Your Home Safer & Easier to Use

Preventing Falls at Home

Preventing Falls at Home & in the Community

Kitchen Safety for Beginners

Walking Safely as a Pedestrian

Preparing for Severe Weather

Building an Emergency Supply Kit

Creating an Emergency Contact & Information List