Safety

PROTECT YOUR KIDS FROM SLIP AND FALL ACCIDENTS By Dave Snow of Non-Slip Services younger can fit through a 6-inch BEDS opening. To prevent falls from Install safety rails on beds for tod-

Many of us think of slip and windows, install a stop that prevents dlers. Bunk bed should only be for fall accidents as something windows from opening more the children six or older. Safety rails on that happens primarily to the 4 inches. Don’t rely on a screen to bunk beds should be on both sides of elderly. But according to the Centers prevent falls. the bed and gaps between rails should for Disease Control, aside from the be 4 inches or less. Use a nightlight elderly, children aged 0 to 4 years and STAIRS near the bunk bed stairs or ladder for older teens, ages 15 to 19, are most Install safety gates at the top and bot- safe use at night. at risk for head injury. Most of these tom of staircases. Put doorknob covinjuries are the result of a fall. Every ers on doors that lead to staircases. NIGHTLIGHTS day, approximately 8,000 children are Don’t leave clutter on stairs. Use a nightlight in your child’s bedtreated in emergency rooms for fall- room, the bathroom and hallways to related injuries. PORCHES, DECKS AND prevent falls at night.

But as any parent can tell you, pro- Don’t let a child play unattended on POOLS tecting a child from falling is easier a balcony or deck, even if there are Finally, in Arizona many kids splash said than done. Kids are naturally railings. Consider installing lower around in a backyard pool, which can curious and like adventure, but they railings to prevent young ones from create hazards of its own. Be aware of Non-Slip Services specializes in helplack experience, a combination that falling. areas that become slippery when wet ing businesses and individuals reduce does not always lead to good deci- around the pool and patio and take the risk of slip and fall accidents due sion making. Constant supervision BABY FURNITURE AND steps to lessen the danger of slipping to wet and slippery surfaces. Their of a newborn is tough enough but EQUIPMENT and falling. durable, long-lasting, anti-slip floor once into the toddler stage, watch Use preinstalled safety straps on a treatments and coatings increases out! The job gets even tougher when changing table or highchair. Select Taking these precautions can protect the friction of wet surfaces, while not multiple children of different ages a highchair that has a wide base that you and your little ones in the future. altering the surface's appearance. are involved. The good news is that makes slipping less likely. there are many steps you can take to reduce or eliminate the likelihood of slip and fall accidents for your BABY WALKERS The American Academy of Pediatrics NEVER SLIP children. recommends not using baby walkers, Mayo Clinic recommends taking which can lead to falls. Consider alternatives such as a stationary walker on a WET Floor Again! basic precautions in these “hot spots” center or activity center. that can help prevent falls at home:

BALCONIES

BATHTUBS

WINDOWS Use a bathmat to lower the risk of Most children 5 years old and falls and mop up wet floors promptly.

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With Gratitude To Our Community Heroes

To thank Our Local Heroes who are keeping our community safe, taking care of the sick, and allowing us to continue to purchase food and necessities we are offering an ongoing 25% contribution of our commission toward your closing costs on a purchase or sale of a home.

• Health Care Workers and staff • Police and staff • Firefi ghters and staff • All Emergency Responders and Staff • Pharmacy Workers • Child Care Workers • Grocery Store Employees • Delivery Workers

We will offer virtual tours of any property to negate any exposure to you and your family.

THANK YOU FOR ALL YOU DO TO KEEP US SAFE!!

Our Market is Moving!

Our real estate market in 85028 and 85032 is still on the move.

From March 13th to April 13th we’ve had the following movement: • 127 new listings last 30 days (71 being in the last 2 weeks) • 59 homes went under contract in 30 days • 137 closed homes

The stats show it’s still a seller’s market and home prices are remaining steady. It’s still a great time to sell and/or buy!

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