Showers for Elderly and Disabled – A Means to Have Struggle-Free Shower

Anyone who has enjoyed the muscle-relaxing benefits of a long, hot shower understands this simple pleasure produces benefits that go well beyond cleanliness. While many people take the ability to bathe and shower for granted, the elderly and disabled may find themselves struggling to enjoy this experience. Fortunately, there are two very distinct options that can help ensure elderly and disabled loved ones are able to enjoy trouble-free, safe showers and baths.

The first option for providing an elderly or disabled loved one with a struggle-free shower involves the placement of a walk-in bathtub in a home. Depending on the style of tub selected and the specific requirements of the home, the tub can replace a traditional full-sized model or stand alone in any area that can be retrofitted for its use. While the specific features may vary based on the style of tub selected and any enhancements requested, this type of tub creates a safer shower experience by:

• Enabling easier access – Walk-in tubs feature special watertight doors that swing in or out. These doors eliminate the giant, 20-inch step over required for people to enter a traditional tub and shower model. By eliminating this hazard, a walk-in tub creates a safer, easier-to-enjoy experience for full baths or simple showers.
• Enabling support during a shower or bath – Most walk-in tub models can be equipped to serve as shower and tub combinations. Since they feature built-in seating, people can enjoy necessary support while they bathe. This can be very important for loved ones who cannot stand for the duration of a shower or who have trouble getting out of a tub once they are fully submerged.
• Enabling peace of mind – The slip-resistant flooring and grab bars that are also often included in walk-in tub/shower combinations add to peace of mind and stability. These tubs are simply designed to remove common obstacles that often stop mobility challenged people from enjoying the benefits of a shower or bath.

The second option that can prove perfect for helping elderly or disabled people enjoy struggle-free showers is a retrofit solution. A barrier-free shower provides an excellent way to make showering much safer for people who are mobility challenged. This type of shower includes a pan that sits as flush to the floor as possible. This enables easier access for those who use walkers, canes and even wheelchairs. Since seating and grab bars may also be included, this distinct option provides important safety features, as well.

Making sure loved ones who suffer from mobility challenges can benefit from routine showers and baths doesn’t have to be difficult. Retrofitting a space with a barrier-free shower or walk-in tub can provide loved one’s access while delivering safety and peace of mind in the process.

Safety Bath Walk in Tubs has been manufacturing tubs since 1992. Our tubs are made with the highest quality materials, from one piece Fiberglass backed acrylic to aluminum door systems with auto locks.