One of the hardest conversations many adult children and caregivers face is talking to aging parents or loved ones about their changing safety needs at home, especially when it comes to the bathroom. The bathroom is often the most dangerous room in the house for older adults, with slippery floors, high tub walls, and narrow…Read More

Aging is a natural part of life, and as we grow older, our homes should grow with us. Many older adults prefer to stay in their homes rather than move to assisted living or nursing facilities. This concept, known as aging in place, allows seniors to maintain their independence, stay in familiar surroundings, and enjoy…Read More

A simple fall might not seem like a big deal, until it happens to you or a loved one. For seniors, falls are the number one cause of injury-related hospitalizations, often leading to broken bones, head trauma, and a loss of independence. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), one in four…Read More

The independence of living at home offers older adults comfort, dignity, and happiness, but it also brings unique risks. The risk of falls, burns, and other dangers make family members nervous to allow their loved ones to live by themselves, but you can help your loved one live confidently and securely in their home for…Read More

As people age, maintaining their independence and safety becomes more important. Older adults want to stay in their home, but places like the bathroom can be a hazardous space for due to slippery surfaces, tight spaces, and the physical challenges of getting in and out of bathtubs or showers. Designing a senior-safe bathroom can help…Read More

As people age, maintaining independence becomes a concern. For many older adults, the bathroom is a place of significant anxiety due to the high risk of slips and falls, which prevents them from feeling independent in their own home. This fear can also lead to a decline in personal hygiene and overall quality of life.…Read More

Aging in place is the new goal for most older adults. Its benefits far outweigh those offered by assisted living, which is why every family should be preparing to help their aging relatives stay where they are as long as possible. What do we mean by aging in place? Aging in place is the ability…Read More

Has the bathing situation at your home started to worry you? Whether you’re looking for safe bathing solutions for yourself or a loved one, a walk-in bathtub is often the best choice for keeping up with bathing and hygiene without concerns about preventable slips and falls. How do you know it’s time to start thinking…Read More

The benefits of walk-in tubs extend well beyond basic safety for older adults. They feature many spa-like elements that include hydrotherapy, aromatherapy, and even chronotherapy. Chromotherapy, also known as color therapy, is one of the most overlooked spa elements of walk-in-tubs. This feature uses different gradations of light, which can result in the body responding…Read More

More than 200,000 people are injured in bathroom accidents every year, and most of these accidents are the result of someone slipping and falling. Since bathroom floors can be wet and slippery, and bathrooms are typically small, falls usually result in a person hitting something hard. While people of all ages accidentally fall each year,…Read More