Bathroom

No greater risk of falls exists within a home than in the bathroom. Wet surfaces, tight quarters, and our own body anatomy all play a role in this increased risk.  Shower chairs, commodes and grab bars are ideal pieces of equipment to enhance safety within the bathroom.

Benefits of Home and Mobility Equipment

  • Shower Chairs and Transfer Benches

    • Seated support while bathing
    • Allows for seated transitioning in and out of the tub or shower
    • Specifically designed to be used in wet environments

  • Grab Bars, Bedrails and Reachers

    • Sturdy holding surface for entry into and exit from shower area
    • Support to get in and out of bed
    • Support to push off of while sitting at edge of bed prior to standing
    • Support device to recover/ grab items out of reach or at lower surfaces

  • Walkers and Canes

    • Increase ability to walk safely and independently
    • Decrease pain while walking
    • Improve balance to reduce risk of falling
    • Improve tolerance for being on your feet

  • Commodes

    • Adaptable seated surfaces with support to safely get up and down when using toilet
    • 3 versatile locations:
    1. At bedside - used as toilet
    2. Over toilet - giving seated height support and a "push off" surface
    3. In shower - as shower chair

  • Wheelchair

    • Permits involvement in daily activities for those with reduced mobility
    • Decreases risk of falls
    • Improves quality of life for those with decreased strength and balance