How Safe Are You Living Alone?

Over 36 million Americans live alone. This comprehensive assessment evaluates your safety across multiple dimensions and provides actionable recommendations to improve your score.

Age Range

Age affects health risk and recovery from emergencies.

Chronic Health Conditions

Heart disease, diabetes, arthritis, COPD, etc.

Mobility Level

Ability to move around your home independently.

How often do you see or talk to someone?

Regular social contact improves safety and mental health.

Home Features & Safety Measures (check all that apply)

Grab bars in bathroomWorking smoke and CO detectorsNight lighting in hallways and bathroomNon-slip mats in bathroom and kitchenCarries smartphone at all timesHas a medical alert deviceUses a daily check-in serviceHas emergency contacts who would notice absence

Methodology: Based on the CDC Home Safety Checklist, AARP HomeFit Guide, and geriatric safety research. Scores are weighted across four dimensions: home environment, health factors, social connections, and technology use.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is living alone dangerous?

Living alone is not inherently dangerous, but it does increase certain risks - primarily the risk that no one will notice quickly if something goes wrong. The key is having systems in place to mitigate this: regular social contact, safety technology, and a well-maintained home environment.

What is the most important safety measure for someone living alone?

The single most impactful measure is ensuring someone will notice within 24 hours if something goes wrong. This can be a daily check-in service like ImAlive, regular calls from family, or a medical alert device. Without this, a person living alone could be incapacitated for days before anyone knows.

How can I improve my safety score quickly?

The fastest improvements come from: (1) Setting up a free daily check-in with ImAlive, (2) Installing grab bars in the bathroom, (3) Adding night lights in hallways, (4) Checking smoke detectors, and (5) Keeping your phone charged and nearby. These can all be done in one day.

At what score should I be concerned?

A score below 50 out of 100 indicates significant safety gaps that should be addressed. Focus on the category with the lowest score first. Even small improvements in each category compound to significantly reduce overall risk.