Safe at Home Program

Northern Dutchess Hospital and Rhinebeck Town Supervisor Thomas Traudt are pleased to announce a free program for Rhinebeck seniors focused on safety issues within the home.

Seniors are invited to have a free home assessment performed by a licensed contractor and occupational therapist from the NDH occupational therapy department. The volunteer team will use a tool established by AARP (American Association of Retired Persons). The tool looks for no-cost and low-cost ways to improve the safety of the home, including things like removing throw rugs for fall prevention, installing night lights, and arranging furniture for easy paths within the home.

After a review of the home is complete, a brief written report will be made to the home owner. In addition, recommendations may be made to correct the deficiencies with possible assistance of other entities available. To coordinate a free home assessment, contact (845) 876-3409.

Photo: L to R: Volunteer contractor Fred Quaderer, Town Board Committee on Aging Chair Nina Lynch, Rhinebeck Supervisor Thomas Traudt and Occupational Therapist at Northern Dutchess Hospital Laura Watson are all part of the initiative to help seniors "age in place".