Simple Senior-Friendly Home Improvements with Brenda Scott

Making simple yet effective senior-friendly home improvements is key to helping loved ones age comfortably and safely in place. In this informative dialogue, Angela Brown invites Brenda Scott, a professional home organizer and owner of Tidy My Space, to share her expert knowledge on how to make homes safer for seniors aging in place.  Brenda emphasizes the need for security features such as doorbell cameras to prevent scams, ensuring clean and clutter-free floors, and regular updates to household items, particularly those that may be worn out or damaged. She urges family members, cleaners, and organizers to inspect commonly used items for chips, cracks, or breaks, as these might potentially harm seniors. Overall, Brenda offers practical advice and insider knowledge to make aging in place safer and more comfortable for senior loved ones. Her senior-friendly home improvement strategies help facilitate independence while providing peace of mind for families. Simple Senior-Friendly Home Improvements Chapters: 00:00 Introducing Brenda Scott 00:46 Importance of Home Security for Aging Individuals 01:59 Maintaining Cleanliness and Order in the Home 02:29 The Dangers of Using Damaged Household Items 03:14 The Importance of Inspecting and Replacing Old Containers 03:58 The Risks of Using Chipped and Broken Items 05:16 The Benefits of Using Lightweight Items RESOURCES ----------------- Ring Video Doorbell - https://amzn.to/3woffM3 Carex Steel Rollator Walker with Seat and Wheels - https://amzn.to/3uPBeLn Home Techpro Rug Pad Gripper - https://amzn.to/3T43piZ Grab Bars for Showers - https://amzn.to/48qYTzs Swiffer Ceiling Fan Duster Super Extender Handle Starter Kit - https://amzn.to/3wigFrk (When available, we use affiliate links and as Amazon Associates, we earn a commission on qualifying purchases.) *** RATE THIS PODCAST ***  https://ratethispodcast.com/askahousecleaner  *** TRAINING & CLEANING CERTIFICATION*** https://savvycleaner.com/join *** MOST REQUESTED LIST OF CLEANING STUFF I USE *** https://www.Amazon.com/shop/AngelaBrown  SOCIAL MEDIA --------------- *** CONNECT WITH BRENDA ON SOCIAL MEDIA *** Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/@BrendaEverettScott/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brenda-scott-09336522b/ URL: https://www.tidymyspace.ca/ *** CONNECT WITH ANGELA ON SOCIAL MEDIA ***  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@AskAngelaBrown Facebook: https://www.Facebook.com/AskAngelaBrown Twitter: https://Twitter.com/AskAngelaBrown Instagram: https://instagram.com/AskAngelaBrown Pinterest: https://Pinterest.com/AskAngelaBrown Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/AskAngelaBrown TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@askangelabrown Store: https://www.amazon.com/shop/AngelaBrown URL: https://AngelaBrown.com NEED MORE CLEANING HELP? ------------- *** GOT A QUESTION FOR A SHOW? *** Please email it to Angela[at]AskaHouseCleaner.com Voice Mail: Click on the blue button at https://askahousecleaner.com  *** PROFESSIONAL HOUSE CLEANERS PRIVATE FACEBOOK GROUP *** https://www.facebook.com/groups/ProfessionalHouseCleaners/ *** VRBO AIRBNB CLEANING FACEBOOK GROUP *** https://www.facebook.com/groups/VRBO.Airbnb.Cleaning/ *** LOOKING FOR A WAY TO GET MORE CLEANING LEADS *** https://housecleaning360.com SPONSORSHIPS & BRANDS ------------------- Today's #AskaHouseCleaner sponsor is #SavvyCleaner training and certification for house cleaners and maids. (https://savvycleaner.com/join) And your host today is #AngelaBrown - https://g.page/r/CbMI6YFuLU2GEBI/review *** ADVERTISE WITH US ***  We do work with sponsors and brands. If you are interested in working with us and you have a product or service that makes sense for the cleaning industry here's how to work with us -https://savvycleaner.com/brand-deals *** SAVVY CLEANER BRANDS ***  SAVVY CLEANER - House Cleaner Training and Certification – https://savvycleaner.com/join VRBO AIRBNB CLEANING – Cleaning tips and strategies for your short-term rental  https://TurnoverCleaningTips.com  FUNNY CLEANING SHIRTS – Incentive and thank-you gifts for house cleaners and maids. https://FunnyCleaningShirts.com  HOARDING WORLD - Helping you change your relationship with stuff https://HoardingWorld.com REALTY SUCCESS HUB - Helping you sell your home fast https://realtysuccesshub.com CREDITS -------------------------- Show Produced by: Savvy Cleaner: https://savvycleaner.com Show Host: Angela Brown Show Editor: Anna Nikitchuk Show Producer: Anna Nikitchuk