Home Safety for Older Adults
Senior shower and bathroom safety is a topic that many family members and caregivers are concerned with. Keeping seniors safe when they are living at home can be a difficult task. However, by using some of the tips that are provided below, seniors will be able to use the bathroom and shower safely. These tips will provide a sense of relief for many caregivers.
1. Caregivers should be aware of any physical restrictions that the senior may have. This could affect their ability to shower on their own. If there is concern, these seniors may need assistance while in the bathroom
2. All bathrooms that are used by seniors should have safety equipment installed. This does not mean the entire room must be remodeled. Installing safety bars and non-slip mats could help protect seniors in the shower.
3. Some seniors could benefit from having a telephone placed in the bathroom. If the senior owns a cordless phone, taking it into the bathroom when they shower is a good idea. This way they will be able to call for help if they fall.
4. Many seniors do not have a lot of physical strength. This could prevent them from doing simple tasks while showering. Using a shower chair could help keep the senior safe while showering.
Source: http://www.articlealley.com/article_1764390_17.html
Home Instead Senior Care in Rhode Island provides non medical home care services for seniors and the elderly who choose to live at home instead. Please call us for more information on our in-home care services at 401-667-2923.
