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There is no doubt that the restroom is a hazardous location for the elders. Simply because everywhere you look around you may find hard surfaces, cramped quarters, sharp corners and slick water flowing through. Bathrooms indeed need special attention when it comes to the elderly. Hence, in order to assist the older adult to maintain […]
It could be really challenging for disabled people to use the toilet. Each disabled person may have different impairments which will have different needs. Some may need assistance with grooming and wiping. While others may require support to move around. Besides just the toilet seat, there are many more things that need to be considered. […]
When it comes to taking care of elders, the bathroom needs special consideration. This is simply because bathrooms have corners and edges that make seniors feel anxious. Also, they are smaller in size compared to other rooms which makes one feel congested. On the other hand, bathroom floors are dangerous as there is the constant […]
There come times in people’s life when they find it difficult to move around. This could either be because of falls, injuries or old age. Other than that, people who are recuperating from an injury or surgery, or are battling with arthritis may also find it daunting to preserve their mobility. In such times, one […]
Far more modern bathroom showers have replaced the practical shower combo in nearly every home in the 1960s. Customizing shower seats with various features can make showering safer, simpler, and more enjoyable. A shower can now do much more than perform a fundamental function. It might be difficult for those with impairments to take a shower. While […]
Today, 20% of the population suffers from a handicap that may impair their mobility. There are many high-performance wheelchairs available that can provide users more freedom to lead active lifestyles. Keep a few things in mind to ensure you acquire the most excellent high-performance folding wheelchair for your needs. Some people struggle with movement […]
With age, the elderly start using different aids like wheelchairs, to help their body provide them the extra support that they need. And so, with limited mobility it becomes extremely difficult for the elderly to carry on their bathroom activities on their own without using extra support. Therefore, as a caretaker you need to provide […]
Wheeled mobility aids work best for the elderly, especially outdoors. It helps them to move around by themselves, feeling joy and a great sense of freedom. As ageing weakens bones and muscles, wheeled mobility aid works best for them. Keep reading further to explore 4 different types of mobility aids having wheels, which you can […]
There are many assistive devices on the market. But as a caretaker, you need to figure out which ones will work best for your elderly or the injured person. You need to make sure that you buy the aids according to their medical condition. It helps you give a proper idea of what kind of […]
Safety is required for everyone and in any place. But, elders need to take extra care of themselves and should have some caretaker to help them out with their daily chores. If that is not possible, then they need assistive aids to feel a sense of independence and freedom. To help them in the toilet, […]