A fall can happen in the time it takes to reach for a light switch, step over a pet bowl, or turn too quickly in the bathroom. And once it happens, the worry can stick around. You may start moving less, avoiding certain rooms, or second-guessing daily routines that used to feel simple. The good news is that most home falls are not random. They usually come from a mix of small risks: poor lighting, loose rugs, weaker leg muscles, medication side effects, clutter, slippery floo