Home Safety Products Covered by Medicare OTC Benefit
Make Your Home Safer With Your OTC Benefit
Falls are the leading cause of injury death among adults 65 and older. Many Medicare Advantage OTC catalogs include home safety products that can prevent falls and create a safer living environment.
Bathroom Safety
- Non-slip bath mats: Textured mats for inside the tub/shower ($8-15). The #1 fall prevention item
- Grab bar alternatives: Suction-cup handles for shower walls (not permanent installation) ($10-20)
- Non-slip shower shoes: Rubber-soled slippers for wet surfaces
- Raised toilet seat: Some catalogs include these for easier sitting/standing ($15-25)
General Home Safety
- Night lights: Motion-activated LED night lights for hallways and bathrooms ($5-10)
- Non-slip rug pads: Prevent area rugs from sliding on hard floors
- Cord organizers: Reduce tripping hazards from loose cords and cables
- Door lever handles: Easier to use than round knobs for those with arthritis
Emergency Preparedness
- First aid kits: Complete home first aid kits ($15-25)
- Emergency blankets: Compact thermal blankets for emergencies
- Flashlights: LED flashlights with long battery life for power outages
- Pill identification cards: Emergency cards listing medications and allergies
Fact: One in four Americans aged 65+ falls each year, resulting in 3 million emergency room visits. Simple products like non-slip bath mats and night lights can dramatically reduce your risk.
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