S5 Ep 20 How Simple 5-Minute Home Hacks Could Save Your Loved One’s Life
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Series Four: Building a Supportive Caregiving Environment | Day Five
Episode 20: How Simple 5-Minute Home Hacks Could Save Your Loved One’s Life
Why You Can’t Miss This Episode
Transform your home in just five minutes a day—no expensive remodels, no special tools. Discover tiny tweaks that slash fall risks, calm wandering minds, and give you priceless peace of mind.
What You’ll Learn
Life-Saving Impact of Small Changes: Why a single loose rug or flickering hallway light can become a hazard—and how one minute fixes cut fall risk by up to 50%.
5 Lightning-Fast Home Hacks: Step-by-step mini-projects you can complete today (yes, in under five minutes each!).
Inspiring Real-Life Story: How Anna rescued her mom from daily slips and sleepless nights with simple safety upgrades.
Science-Backed Peace of Mind: The neuroscience behind how a hazard-free environment reduces anxiety, improves sleep, and restores dignity.
Key Benefits
Protect Your Loved One: Immediate reduction of injury risk without major expense or effort
Boost Emotional Well-Being: Create a calm, familiar space that soothes confusion and agitation
Save Time & Money: Low-cost or free hacks deliver big results—no professional installers required
Care with Confidence: Feel empowered knowing you’ve done everything you can to keep your home safe
Quick Start Checklist
Walk every room and remove one trip hazard today
Install a motion-sensor night light in a dark hallway
Apply foam edge guards to one piece of furniture
Share your before/after photos at ReginaldDReglus.com/sharemycaregivingstory
Resources & Links
Free Home-Safety Checklist: ReginaldDReglus.com/CaregiverResources
Foam Corner Protectors & Night-Light Picks: Linked in the show notes
Community Story Submissions: ReginaldDReglus.com/sharemycaregivingstory
Stay Connected
Facebook: facebook.com/HealthyFamilyCaregivers
Disclaimer: This episode shares personal experiences and research; it is not professional medical or legal advice. Always consult qualified professionals for your individual needs.
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