Deciding on what appropriate bathroom aids for the handicapped, disabled, or elderly can be a hard decision if you do not take the time to get the correct information. If you need to adapt your bathroom be sure to take into consideration safety, ease of use and independence issues. Any type of bathroom aid that you add should make life easier for your loved one. There are a lot of handicapped aids for the bathroom offered today, but not all are practical, convenient, or useful to everyone. Certain aids are more helpful than others with certain mobility requirements.
There are some basic bathroom aids that are most often used by the handicapped, disabled, and elderly. Some of the most basic and generally the most useful will be discussed here.
A bathtub can be a very challenging area for anyone with a handicap, disability, or elderly because it can be very hard and dangerous getting in and out of the tub. You can always install a walk in tub, but if this is not an option, then consider a bath hoist / lift. They can be used by a disabled or elderly person and then removed when not in use so other family members can also use the bathtub. A basic lift for the tub just attaches to both sides of the tub and when the disabled or elderly person is seated, it then is lowered into the water. After the lift is lifted from the water to the proper height the user can then turn and be transferred from the tub to a wheelchair or can stand up.
Another great aid is an elevated toilet seat. There are many types on the market today, but the most cost effective are those that easily fit on top of a conventional toilet seat. Some have safety bars on the sides for support to sit or stand. You will find toilet sets that are elevated in both elongated and standard sizes so you can purchase one that will easy fit your existing toilet.
A portable shower seat is handy for the handicapped, disabled, or elderly. Some are simple stools while others are made for better support with backs and safety arms. When not it use they can be folded up and stored until needed again. They can also be easily packed for traveling.
These are just some of the most popular bathroom aids that are useful for many people who have limited mobility. Be sure to consider features, prices, and the needs of your loved ones before selecting what is best for your bathroom.
For your convenience we have added links to the main categories of this website. You will find here items that will help any handicapped, disabled, or elderly person in the bathroom. Offered here are; bathtub, shower, toilet/commode, handrail/grab bar, seats, and stools items. You might be surprised at the great discounted prices!
