Bath Safety!

by | Jan 16, 2018

For the elderly, even the most common tasks can prove risky. TheΒ bath can go from an everydayΒ mindless activityΒ toΒ a slippery porcelain fall risk. It’s important to ensure all the proper precautions are taken to keep seniors autonomous and safe in the bath. Here are a few tips to help make it aΒ safer place.

 

* Non-slip bath mats: Keep a rubber mat atΒ the bottom of the bath or shower. This will helpΒ keep themΒ from slipping.

* Handrails:Β These can help with getting in and outΒ of the tub as well as a handy place to hold onto while inside as well.

* Bath chair: Bath chairs can help by offering a place to rest and help prevent fallingΒ over while bathing.

* Bath lifts:Β LiftsΒ are made to make entering and exiting the tub safer and easier for the residentsΒ and those who care for them.

 

Keep these easy tips in mind for your facility and keep everyone safe! ​

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