Revision as of 06:21, 14 September 2023 by 38.154.191.241 (talk) (Created page with "If you want to help your senior family member age in place, you need to make sure the bathroom is safe for them. The bathroom is the most dangerous part of your home for aging...")(diff) β Older revision | Latest revision (diff) | Newer revision β (diff) Warning: You are editing an out-of-date revision of this page. If you save it, any changes made since this revision will be lost. Warning: You are not logged in. Your IP address will be publicly visible if you make any edits. If you log in or create an account, your edits will be attributed to your username, along with other benefits. Anti-spam check. Do not fill this in!If you want to help your senior family member age in place, you need to make sure the bathroom is safe for them. The bathroom is the most dangerous part of your home for aging seniors, and one of the top causes of falls. It's not hard to make your bathroom safer.<br /><br />One of the easiest ways to improve safety for seniors is to install grab bars. They provide stability and support when entering and exiting the shower. There are many different styles to choose from, including wall-mounted and antibacterial ones. Some also glow in the dark.<br /><br />Another way to make your bathroom more accessible is to install an automated nightlight. This will light the path between the bedroom and bathroom, and will reduce the risk of falls.<br /><br />Another simple change you can make to promote bathroom safety is to declutter the shelves. Many bathroom items get cluttered, and are difficult for seniors to grab without stretching. Remove any broken glass doors and replace them with a safe alternative.<br /><br />In addition, you should remove any locks on the bathroom door. Locks make it harder for the elderly to enter or leave the bathroom.<br /><br />A simple step to making your bathroom safer is to install a non-slip mat. These mats prevent water from collecting on the floor, which can be a slipping hazard. You can also add a foam rubber cover to faucets to reduce the risk of injuries.<br /><br />You can also use a handheld shower head if you have limited mobility. [https://www.personalmedicalalarms.co.nz/ Personal Medical Alarms] Lightweight plastic heads are easier for seniors to grip than heavier metal models. Summary: Please note that all contributions to Disgaea Wiki may be edited, altered, or removed by other contributors. If you do not want your writing to be edited mercilessly, then do not submit it here. You are also promising us that you wrote this yourself, or copied it from a public domain or similar free resource (see Disgaea Wiki:Copyrights for details). Do not submit copyrighted work without permission! Cancel Editing help (opens in new window)