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Atlanta Care Guide Home Safety Assessment
One-Time Assessment

Is your loved one's home
as safe as it could be?

Most home hazards are invisible until something goes wrong. A professional Home Safety Assessment identifies the risks before they become emergencies — and gives your family a clear, prioritized plan to address them.

Free 15-minute consultation · One-time assessment · Serving Northeast Atlanta

Professional room-by-room review
Written report with prioritized recommendations
Buckhead · Decatur · Druid Hills · Brookhaven
No in-home care commitment required
If this sounds familiar

Most families wait until after something happens.

These are the conversations that bring families to us. A home safety assessment is most valuable before an emergency — but it is never too late to reduce the risk.

Mom insists she is fine, but I see things that worry me every time I visit.

Dad fell in the bathroom three months ago. We fixed the obvious things but I am not sure what else we're missing.

My parent lives alone and I'm not there to see how they are managing day to day.

We are getting the house ready for my parent to move in and want to make sure it is safe for them.

Mom is coming home from rehab and I want someone to check the house before she gets there.

I don't know what to look for. I need a professional to walk through and tell us what needs to change.

What we assess

A thorough review of every room in the home.

We assess the entire home environment — not just the obvious areas — along with your loved one's specific mobility, vision, and cognitive needs. No two assessments are exactly alike.

Bathroom
  • Grab bar placement and need
  • Tub and shower entry safety
  • Non-slip surfaces
  • Toilet height and accessibility
  • Lighting adequacy
Bedroom
  • Bed height and transfer ease
  • Nighttime lighting and pathways
  • Rug and flooring hazards
  • Access to emergency call options
  • Clutter and obstacle clearance
Kitchen
  • Stove and appliance safety
  • Reach and storage accessibility
  • Floor surface conditions
  • Medication storage
  • Smoke and CO detector placement
Living Areas
  • Furniture arrangement and stability
  • Cord and rug hazards
  • Chair and sofa rise difficulty
  • General lighting levels
  • Pathway clearance throughout
Stairways & Entries
  • Handrail stability and coverage
  • Step condition and visibility
  • Entry lighting and thresholds
  • Step-free access options
  • Door and lock accessibility
Outdoor & Garage
  • Walkway and driveway condition
  • Outdoor lighting
  • Steps and ramp needs
  • Vehicle access and transfer
  • Seasonal hazard considerations
What you receive

A clear report — not just observations.

The assessment does not end when we leave the home. You receive a written report that gives your family a practical path forward.

1

Written Assessment Report

A room-by-room summary of every safety concern identified during the walkthrough, with clear descriptions of each issue and why it matters.

2

Prioritized Recommendations

Recommendations organized by urgency — so your family knows which changes to make immediately, which can wait, and which are optional improvements.

3

Cost Guidance

An honest overview of which recommendations are low-cost or DIY-friendly and which may require a contractor, occupational therapist, or specialist.

4

Resource Referrals

Vetted local and national resources for items like grab bars, medical alert systems, adaptive equipment, and home modification contractors when applicable.

How it works

Simple, straightforward,
and done in one visit.

The Home Safety Assessment is designed to be easy for families. One consultation call, one visit, one clear report.

Step One

Book your free consultation call

A quick 15-minute call to understand your loved one's situation, the home layout, and any specific concerns your family has. We confirm the assessment is the right fit and schedule the visit.

Step Two

We come to the home

A professional conducts a thorough room-by-room walkthrough — typically 60 to 90 minutes — assessing the environment against your loved one's specific needs and abilities.

Step Three

You receive your written report

Within a few business days, you receive a clear written report with prioritized recommendations, cost guidance, and resource referrals your family can act on right away.

Who this assessment is for

The right time for a home safety assessment is before the fall.

A Home Safety Assessment is appropriate for any family concerned about their loved one's safety at home — at any age or stage of life.

Seniors aging in place who live alone or with limited oversight

Adults recovering from a fall, surgery, or recent hospitalization

Families preparing a home for a parent moving in

Adult children who visit infrequently and want professional eyes on the home

Anyone with mobility, vision, or cognitive changes affecting daily safety

Families preparing for a loved one returning home from rehab or the hospital

Anyone who has had a recent fall or near-miss and wants to prevent another

Families in Buckhead, Decatur, Druid Hills, Virginia-Highland, Brookhaven, and surrounding Northeast Atlanta

Frequently asked questions

Questions families ask about home safety assessments.

Still have questions? Bring them to the free 15-minute consultation call.

We conduct a room-by-room walkthrough of your loved one's home, reviewing lighting, flooring, bathroom safety, kitchen hazards, stairways, entryways, bedroom setup, and more. We also consider the individual's mobility, vision, cognitive status, and daily routines. At the end, you receive a written report with prioritized recommendations.
Most home safety assessments take between 60 and 90 minutes on-site, depending on the size of the home and the complexity of the individual's needs. You will receive a written report within a few business days.
We provide a detailed written report with prioritized recommendations. We do not perform construction or installation work, but we can help you understand which changes are most urgent, which can be done affordably, and which vendors or resources to contact for implementation.
No. Home health safety checks are typically brief and focused on clinical eligibility, not a comprehensive safety review. Our assessment is a thorough, independent evaluation focused entirely on your loved one's safety and practical improvements — not tied to any service enrollment.
We review every area of the home including the bathroom, bedroom, kitchen, living areas, stairways, entryways, garage, and outdoor access points. We also assess lighting throughout the home, flooring and rug hazards, grab bar needs, and general clutter or accessibility concerns.
Not at all — in fact, after a fall is one of the most important times to conduct a home safety assessment. A previous fall significantly increases the risk of another. Identifying and addressing the contributing factors quickly can make a real difference in preventing future falls.
It depends on your specific policy. Some long-term care insurance policies may cover home safety assessments. We recommend reviewing your policy details or speaking with your insurance provider. We are happy to discuss this during your free consultation call.
Assessments are conducted by experienced care professionals through Atlanta Care Guide, a care advisory service managed by HomeWell Care Services of Northeast Atlanta.
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Other ways Atlanta Care Guide can help.

Not sure the Home Safety Assessment is the right fit? Book a free consultation and we will help you figure out the best next step for your family.

Start with a free
15-minute consultation.

Tell us about your loved one's home and situation. We will confirm that a Home Safety Assessment is the right fit and walk you through what to expect.

Book a Free Consultation

Serving Buckhead · Decatur · Druid Hills · Virginia-Highland · Brookhaven and surrounding Northeast Atlanta