Make Sure You Have the Right Shower Seat Nothing feels better than a nice hot shower. Yet, the bathroom represents the most dangerous room in the house, especially for people over the age of 65. Here’s why we always recommend a shower seat: Each year in the United States, one of every three persons over […]
How to create a Stylish and Safe Bathroom with a Curbless Shower As years pass by, most people need to change the way they do everyday things. You can modify your environment to accommodate your changing with a few updates. The best first step is to add a curbless shower in your bathroom. Climbing into […]
Is it time to install toilet grab bars in your home? Safety bars are a mobility aid to help keep you safe and independent through all the years of your life. Proper grab bar installation is critical to provide peace of mind and make you feel safer and more comfortable getting around your own home. […]
Being able to access your own home is one of the most important parts of staying as independent as possible. When deciding on what type of accessible products to install in your place, you’ll find two main options. A ramp or vertical wheelchair lifts that can raise them to the upper landing. Ramps have been […]
According to DisabledWorld.com there are close to two million wheelchair users and scooter riders in the U.S. who live independently, with family members. or with the service of caretakers in their homes. Living at home is often the first choice for households who have a mobility challenged family member. Many seniors find “aging in place” […]
Retirement is here, or just a few years away and you’re planning on your future. Home improvements are high on your list, especially the bathroom. Your health is pretty good now, so you’re thinking a simple bathroom remodel may be all that you’ll need. Or is it? Everything’s good for now, but the future can […]
Grab bars should be installed in every bathroom. Everyone has had a close call stepping out of your bathtub. Bathrooms are slippery. Installing safety hand rails in strategic places in your bathroom will give you a greater sense of security and help prevent falls. Grab bars can offer a number of key benefits that make […]
Senior homeowners will extend the time they can stay living in their own homes by replacing a bathtub with an accessible shower. Custom tiles will give you a stylish bathroom to enjoy safely. Tile showers can be created with a variety of products that save time and money and provide a safe, attractive bathing area. […]
The luxury of a bubble bath or a long soak in the tub may be one thing you will want to trade in for greater home safety. According to Consumer Affairs up to 80% of falls in the home are in the bathroom. Aging and poor strength and balance increase the likelihood of falls. A […]
As we age, we often find that our sleep patterns change, and this is a normal occurrence. According to the National Sleep Foundation, many people find that they get sleepy earlier in the evening and subsequently wake up earlier in the morning. You could experience less time in deep sleep. However it is important to […]