It's a good idea to brace and secure to the floor stationary equipment that doesn't need to be moved. This makes it less of a hazard to you. This practice is especially important if you live in an area that's prone to geological disturbances like earthquakes.

If you or a loved one is in a wheelchair, always have a spare tire on hand and a few tools to help you replace it, since you can't always count on being near a medical equipment store when you need to be. Lacking this option, find a nearby bicycle repair shop that will repair a tire for you while you wait.

If you've got to deal with medical equipment on a regular basis, carry a few tools along with you so you can make small repairs as necessary. Allen wrenches are particular useful, since most braces, walkers, and wheelchairs are keyed to them.