Making the grade: home safety assessment

14 page checklist for evaluating home safety
MAR 19, 2014
Evaluating the home for its safety and whether it supports the ability to carry out everyday activities efficiently and safely is important. This easy-to-use Home Safety Assessment Checklist created by Legg Mason provides a guide to the features of your client's home that may be unsafe for them as they age.



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