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Grab bars for support in the tub, shower and near the toilet

Nightlights in the bedroom and bathroom

Hand-held shower hose

Non-skid surface for bathtub and shower floor

Grab bars provide support and prevent falls in the tub, shower or near the toilet.

"Thank you for installing grab bars at my residence. After spinal surgery, I didn't know how I was going to take showers. Now, I can hold onto the bars and I know I won't fall again." Klara, age 74.

Nightlights

Hand-held shower hoses for more comfortable bathing, particularly when a caregiver assists.

Adjustable shower chairs when standing in the shower is difficult.

Non-skid surface for bathtub and shower floor

Smoke detectors (in designated areas)

Door, window & patio locks to secure entry doors and windows.
" My mother has become frailer over the years. I was afraid she'd have an accident and no one would be there to help. I'm glad we found Home Secure. They installed grab bars and an adjustable shower chair. they also installed better locks on her doors and windows. Now, we feel confident about her ability to take care of herself. My mother is so happy to remain at home." Sam, age 49.

Security lights (in designated areas)

Peepholes to identify visitors before opening the door.

If you live in East, Central or West Los Angeles, the San Fernando Valley, Thousand Oaks, Burbank, West Hollywood and Culver City, you should contact the JFS/Home Secure Program:
Tel: (818) 762-5892, (323) 937-5855 or
(805) 379-2273; Fax: (323) 857-1872
E-mail: hmsecure@pacbell.net
Home Secure, a non-sectarian program of Jewish Family Service, provides free safety modifications for renters and homeowners with limited income. This service enables people of all ages to live safely and comfortably in their homes for as long as possible.
JFS/Home Secure is funded by the cities of Los Angeles, West Hollywood, Burbank, Culver City, Thousand Oaks and private donors.

If you live in the City of Los Angeles 10th Council District, you should contact the Delta Sigma Theta Life Development Multipurpose Senior Center Home Secure Project:
2528 West Boulevard, Los Angeles 90016
Tel: (323) 735-5799
or the George & Helen Thomas Senior Center:
2475 Washington Boulevard, Los Angeles 90018
(323) 734-9091.
The Delta Home Secure Project is funded by the City of Los Angeles Department of Aging. The installations are made by Central Recovery & Development Project.

One person    $30,500 / year

Two people   $34,900 / year

Limit increases with additional persons.

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