--- title: Chattanooga Franchisee Discuss Fall Prevention Tips for Seniors description: Brian Winton, franchise owner of TruBlue Home Ally Chattanooga, emphasizes the importance of fall prevention tips & and ensuring safety and accessibility. image: https://www.trubluefranchise.com/hubfs/Screenshot%202023-09-19%20at%202.30.40%20PM.png --- [Skip to content](https://www.trubluefranchise.com/blog/wdef-tv-cbs-chattanooga-trublue-franchisee-discuss-fall-prevention-tips-for-seniors#main-content) Close - [Our Business Model](https://www.trubluefranchise.com/our-business-model) - [Why TruBlue?](https://www.trubluefranchise.com/why-trublue) - [Investment](https://www.trubluefranchise.com/investment) - Resources - [FAQs](https://www.trubluefranchise.com/faqs) - [In The News](https://www.trubluefranchise.com/in-the-news) - [Video Gallery](https://www.trubluefranchise.com/video-gallery) - [Blog](https://www.trubluefranchise.com/blog) - [Meet the Team](https://www.trubluefranchise.com/meet-the-team) SEARCH [Let's Connect](https://www.trubluefranchise.com/schedule-a-call) [![TruBlue-Logo-061323](https://www.trubluefranchise.com/hs-fs/hubfs/TruBlue-Logo-061323.png?width=220&height=51&name=TruBlue-Logo-061323.png)](https://www.trubluefranchise.com/) [![TruBlue-Logo-061323](https://www.trubluefranchise.com/hs-fs/hubfs/TruBlue-Logo-061323.png?width=220&height=51&name=TruBlue-Logo-061323.png)](https://www.trubluefranchise.com/) - [Our Business Model](https://www.trubluefranchise.com/our-business-model) - [Why TruBlue?](https://www.trubluefranchise.com/why-trublue) - [Investment](https://www.trubluefranchise.com/investment) - Resources - [FAQs](https://www.trubluefranchise.com/faqs) - [In The News](https://www.trubluefranchise.com/in-the-news) - [Video Gallery](https://www.trubluefranchise.com/video-gallery) - [Blog](https://www.trubluefranchise.com/blog) - [Meet the Team](https://www.trubluefranchise.com/meet-the-team) [Let's Connect](https://www.trubluefranchise.com/schedule-a-call) ![TV anchor presenting on fall prevention](https://www.trubluefranchise.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Screenshot%202023-09-19%20at%202.30.40%20PM.png?width=520&height=348&name=Screenshot%202023-09-19%20at%202.30.40%20PM.png) [TruBlue](https://www.trubluefranchise.com/blog/author/trublue) September 19, 2023 # Chattanooga Franchisee Discuss Fall Prevention Tips for Seniors [Previous Post](https://www.trubluefranchise.com/blog/understanding-home-service-franchising) [Next Post](https://www.trubluefranchise.com/blog/5-signs-youre-ready-for-franchise-ownership) [![TV anchor presenting on fall prevention](https://www.trubluefranchise.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Screenshot%202023-09-19%20at%202.30.40%20PM.png?width=911&height=513&name=Screenshot%202023-09-19%20at%202.30.40%20PM.png)](https://www.wdef.com/tips-to-prevent-elderly-falls/) Aging in place is a growing trend among seniors who wish to remain in the comfort of their homes as they grow older. However, it also presents a unique set of challenges, with fall prevention being a top concern. Brian Winton, a TruBlue franchisee shares his expertise on fall prevention on television WDEF-TV. Key Takeaways from Brian Winton's TV Interviews:   1\. Home Safety Assessments: Brian stresses the importance of conducting home safety assessments to identify potential hazards. This includes checking for loose rugs, uneven flooring, inadequate lighting, and clutter. 2\. Bathroom Modifications: Many falls occur in bathrooms. Brian recommends installing grab bars, non-slip bath mats and raised toilet seats to enhance bathroom safety. 3\. Proper Lighting: Adequate lighting can significantly affect fall prevention. Brian advises ensuring that all areas of the home are well-lit, especially stairways, hallways, and entrances. 4\. Handrails and Grab Bars: Installing handrails and grab bars in key areas of the home, such as staircases and shower stalls, provides much-needed support for seniors. 5\. 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