Senior citizens are twice as likely to die in home fires - one third of all persons 65 and over have experienced life-threatening falls – This pamphlet and checklist show seniors how to reduce risks by taking precautions against fire, including: installing smoke alarms, making sure space heaters are placed on solid, level flooring, not smoking in bed, being careful while cooking, using candles with caution, making sure electrical cords are plugged into properly working wall outlets or surge protectors and being good housekeepers. Other suggestions for preventing injury are given. These include installing handrails, keeping the floor clear of clutter and consuming calcium filled foods. The pamphlet is filled with information concerning the health and well being of the elderly.