Try: When looking at electrical outlets switches and safety devices for possible modifications it may be helpful to answer the following questions are light or power switches easy to turn on and off are electrical outlets easy to reach are the electrical outlets properly grounded to prevent shocks are your extension cords in good condition can you hear the doorbell in every part of the house do you have smoke detectors throughout your home do you have an alarm system is the telephone readily available for emergencies would you benefit from having an assistive device to make it easier to hear and talk on the telephone information references "home modifications" 2010 available at www eldercare gov

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