- A shower bench or seat that takes the pressure off from standing too long. Install a hand-held shower for ease of use while sitting. Where a bathtub is used, add a transfer bench to make getting in and out of the tub easier.
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Grab bars and safety rails installed in and out of the shower stall make transitions easier. Consider installing a borderless shower that makes entering and exiting as simple as walking. - Install a higher sitting toilet seat making it easier to sit and stand again. This can be easily done with a raised plastic seat or a platform that lifts the entire toilet to a safer level. Safety frames that allow an older person to hold onto can provide support while lowering or rising.
- Make sure the area is properly lit and free of obstructions like throw rugs. Keep floor clean and dry to ensure a solid foothold.
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Add safety railings around the toilet for ease of use and stability.
Installing Safety Rails Prevents Tragic Accidents in the Bathroom
With falls being the leading cause of injury deaths among the elderly, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, it's no secret that extra care needs to be considered when outfitting a home for the elderly or infirmed. Bathrooms often add to these injuries and fatalities as the presence of slippery, wet and hard surfaces dominate most bathrooms.
Some safety factors that can be utilized to ensure a safer environment include:
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