After conducting Safe Home Assessments across Oregon, I've identified the products that show up again and again as simple, affordable wins for home safety. Here are my top 10 — from anti-slip tape and shower mats to night lights and fire extinguishers — with honest notes on what each one actually does and when you need more than a product to stay safe.

Falls are the leading cause of injury among older adults — and most happen at home, in familiar spaces. After conducting Safe Home Assessments across Oregon, our team at Forever Home has identified the 10 hazards we find most often, from loose rugs to poor lighting to slippery outdoor walkways. Here's what they are and how to fix them.