Bathroom Aids for Seniors
One of many places where everyday tasks are involved is the bathroom, where people go often to wash hands, use the toilet and have a shower.
However simple they may seem, such daily tasks become difficult for seniors to achieve with their physical and cognitive abilities reduced.
By recognising difficulties and placing useful bathroom aids for seniors, you can prevent the risk of falls, increase their sense of independence and their overall satisfaction of their daily life.
So here are 8 useful products that make bathroom tasks easier for older adults:
1. Safety Grab Handle
This is a handy piece of equipment that adds stability to those who need assistance with mobility.
With the super grippy suction cups, the support when sitting up and down is sturdy. It is easy to install and maintain, making it a simple way to help your seniors.
2. Faucet Extender
This faucet tool extends the water projection, which means the elder does not need to bend or reach forward to wash hands.
This allows them to keep their posture straight and experience discomfort with their lower back pain.
3. Air Cushioned Bath Visor
This hair cushion makes washing the senior’s hair easier.
It prevents water and soap from getting into their eyes which makes the bathing experience more pleasant, reducing resistance during the process.
*Note: This product is usually not made for adults, but they come in different sizes that can fit adult heads.
4. Toilet Target Aid Sticker
For some older men with dementia or low vision, it can be hard for them to keep the toilet area tidy when urinating.
Adding a visible sign inside the bowl may help them clearly see where they would be aiming.
This can reduce the amount of cleaning for caregivers and maintain hygiene in the bathroom.
5. Automatic Soap Dispenser
Automatic soap dispensers are helpful for people with health conditions like arthritis, limited mobility, Parkinson’s, dementia, and so on.
It makes the hand washing experience more pleasurable and accessible, encouraging cleanliness to the older adult.
6. Disposable Floor Mats
Keeping the toilet area clean for older adults with incontinence, urination issues and dementia can be challenging.
Placing disposable mats around the toilet can keep the floor clean and make it a lot easier to clean up the mess.
7. Juvo Toilet Aid
Older adults with limited mobility have trouble bending to reach behind and wipe after going to the bathroom.
This toilet tissue aid makes wiping easier and keeps things clean and sanitary.
8. Toilet Bidets
A bidet is a simple product that helps seniors be more independent in keeping their personal hygiene.
It helps them clean up after using the toilet, which can be useful for people with health conditions like dementia, arthritis, stroke and so on.
There are many affordable options available online so choose the one that suits best for you and your elder.
At Living Waters Aged Care, we observe our senior’s needs and provide the compassionate care that they deserve.
If you would like to know what support is available for you and your loved elder, contact us now.