For Seniors

Older adults — those over 65 years of age — are twice as likely to be killed or injured by fires or falls.  By age 75, that risk increases to three times that of the general population and four times at age 85.

Hey Arlington! Help us and "Make the Right Call!" Use the resources below to help us better serve you and the community!

Arlington County Fire Department recommends the following websites as resources for preventing fires and falls.

• Fire Safety Tip Sheets — from the NFPA
• Fire Prevention — tips from the Home Safety Council
• “I” Program  —  in the event of fire, this program captures information that allows us to evacuate people incapable of evacuating themselves