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5 Products For Improved Bathroom Safety For Seniors

Bathroom safety is a key to independent living for seniors. So, finding products to help make the bathroom safer is essential.

Here are some recommended products for improved bathroom safety for seniors.

1.      Grab Bars and Handlebars

Adding grab bars and handlebars are the first step to bathroom safety for seniors. An essential piece of bathroom safety equipment, the bars provide support and stability for seniors. Installation helps seniors in various locations, with recommendations to have at least one on each side of the shower or tub to quickly grab if necessary.

2.      Shower Benches and Chairs

Sitting while showering is safer for seniors. An adjustable-height shower chair is helpful for seniors who have difficulty standing. Shower benches bring soap and shampoo into easier reach.  

3.      Non-Slip Bath Mats

Non-slip bath mats are important in every bathroom, especially for seniors. A non-slip bath mat helps prevent falls with greater stability and traction. A non-slip bath mat is ideal in the bathtub or shower, but you can place one anywhere in the bathroom if you feel there is a risk of falling.

4.      Bath Lifts

A bath lift raises and lowers a person into and out of the bathtub. Some use remote controls, whereas others are operated manually. Bath lifts can be a good option for seniors with so much difficulty getting in and out of the tub that they can’t even enter a walk-in bathtub. A bath lift is easier on caregivers as they assist seniors, so they don’t have to do as much lifting.

5.      Walk-in Bathtubs

A walk-in bathtub has a door so you can walk easily into the tub instead of stepping over the side. The lip is only about 8cm (3 inches), so it is a good option for seniors with mild to moderate mobility issues. You can still have a relaxing bath or a quick shower without worrying about getting in and out safely.

A tub to shower conversion kit modifies your existing tub in just a few hours. The kit is available as a DIY project, or you can hire a professional contractor.