Episode 378 - (Please subscribe) youtube.com/watch?v=EH2r9A4W… All Home Care Matters and our host, Lance A. Slatton (@Lanceaslatton) were honored to welcome Consuela Marshall as guest to the show. About Consuela Marshall OT, CHAT, CDP CAPS, CGCP: Consuela Marshall is an occupational therapist with over 30 years of experience in hospitals, rehabilitation, and home health. Her path to occupational therapy began after her daughter was born with a physical disability, inspiring her to return to college and pursue a profession that would equip her to better support her child and others. Over the years, Consuela’s personal caregiving journey deepened as she cared for an aunt with Alzheimer’s and later her mother after multiple strokes—experiences that revealed both the rewards and emotional strain of caregiving. About Finding A Foothold: In 2022, she founded Finding A Foothold Caregiver Consulting to provide education and coaching that help family caregivers reduce injury risks, simplify daily tasks, and stay connected to their own lives. In 2025, she expanded her mission by establishing the Finding A Foothold Foundation, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to fall prevention and caregiver support in underserved communities. Consuela is also the author of Fall Prevention: Planning Not to Fall and a frequent speaker on aging, fall prevention, and caregiving. #care #caregiver #caregiving #caregivers #seniorcare #fall #falls #fallprevention #FallSafety #caregivertips #dementia #dementiaawareness #alzheimer #alzheimers #help #helpingothers #caregivingtips #support #resources #respite

Stay safe this fall! 🍂 It's important to follow safety tips to prevent accidents this fall. Be mindful of wet leaves and slippery surfaces. #FallSafety #StaySafe

As the leaves fall and the days grow shorter, remember: safety is an act of kindness. Slow down, stay aware, and look out for one another this season. #SafetyFirst #ActOfKindness #StayAware #SlowDown #GoGrungo #FallSafety

🍂 As the leaves start to fall, make sure your driveway, walkways, and steps are clear of leaves and debris. Wet or slippery leaves can easily lead to slips and falls. It’s an easy way to avoid unnecessary accidents this fall! #FallSafety

Fall yard work is in full swing. 🍂 Here are a couple of safety tips to keep in mind: ⚠️ Keep leaf piles away from electrical equipment ⚠️ Stay 3 metres away from powerlines when cleaning eavestroughs or trimming trees Stay safe while you rake, trim and tidy! Learn more: torontohydro.com/outdoorsafe… #FallSafety #YardCleanUp #SafetyFirst #OutdoorSafety

The season is changing and it’s important to make sure your safety habits do too! 🍁 From clear walkways to good lighting, a few small steps can make a big difference this fall. Stay safe, stay prepared, and keep building your future. #FallSafety #WorkforceReady

🍁 As leaves fall, new hazards emerge. Watch for: • Carbon monoxide exposure • Chemical cleaning agents • Toxic wild mushrooms If exposure is suspected, call the Ontario Poison Centre @ 1-844-POISON-X #PoisonPrevention #FallSafety #OntarioPoisonCentre

“Brake for lives, not just for signs.”#DeerCrossing #DriveSlow #WildlifeOnRoads #FallSafety #RutSeason

🍂 Did you know? Wet leaves can be as slippery as ice! ❄️ #LeafItToDOTsquatch to find out the hard way after slipping on some fall foliage! Drivers are reminded to slow down, give yourself extra stopping distance, and take it easy on the brakes. #FallSafety #DriveSmartNY

Fall into Safety! As the leaves change and routines shift, there are certain poison safety tips that may be especially helpful this time of year! - Back to School: Keep medicines, vitamins, and household cleaners out of reach of kids and properly labeled. - Halloween: Don’t leave medicine out that could be mistaken for candy, and keep glow sticks away from little mouths. - Thanksgiving: Prevent food poisoning by preparing and storing food safely. Let’s make this season festive and poison safe! #PoisonPrevention #FallSafety #BackToSchool #HalloweenSafety #ThanksgivingFeast #SafeKids

🍂 Fall driving tip for @nyctaxi drivers! 🍂 With kids back in school, watch for little ones near schools and neighborhoods—they may dart into the street! 🚸 Slow down, stay alert, and keep safety first. #FallSafety

🥶 Spotted frost this morning? That’s your cue — winter’s coming. Check your gear, prep your vehicles, and stay safe. We’re here 24/7/365 for all hazmat and emergency response needs. 📞 1-844-774-4911 | 📩 info@rapidresponseind.com #FallSafety #WinterPrep #StaySafe

A podiatrist’s fall PSA: raking leaves barefoot is just an ER visit waiting to happen. #FallSafety

Fall is here. Winter’s coming. 🍂❄️ Safety Tip: Get your vehicle ready now—winter tires, fluids topped up, and an emergency kit on board. #FallSafety #WinterPrep #StaySafe #RapidResponse #safety #hazmat #hazmatsafety

Fall is here! Get your home ready for colder months with these tips: Check detectors, clean the chimney, inspect windows, wrap pipes, check the roof, service heating, stock supplies, and finish yard work. Stay safe and warm! 💙 #FallSafety #HomeMaintenance #EmergencyPreparedness

Public Service Announcement: Install motion-sensor lights around your home before days get shorter. Good lighting prevents falls and deters burglars. #HomeSecurity #FallSafety

Slips, trips and falls injure employees every day. In fact, injuries due to falling/tripping are the most reported workplace incidents. Employers can protect their employees and all visitors to their buildings with some easy steps. #falls #fallsafety #fallhazards #facts

You are putting your rescuers’ life at risk when you drive into floodwaters. Turn Around, Don’t Drown! #FloodSafety #FallSafety

Slips trips and falls injure employees every day. Simple safety tips to reduce fall hazards: #falls #fallsafety #fallhazards

Be sure to drive slowly through fallen leaves and avoid hard braking - roadways may be slippery! 🍂 #BELFORTips #FallSafety