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Home Safety Aids for the Elderly
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items As an occupational therapist, I work a lot with older adults on home safety, preventing falls, and maintaining independence. This list covers some equipment that I commonly recommend for safety and falls prevention.
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Bathroom
I love these because you can use them over the toilet for balance but also at the bedside for toileting. Sometimes, we even use them in a walk in shower.
Carex: Commodes
I love this tub bench for people who cannot step safely over the tub wall. I love that it is adjustable and easy to clean.
Carex Universal Transfer Bench - Height Adjustable 17.5-22.5"
Tub wall grab bars are a great way to add support wherever you need them without drilling holes in the walls.
Grab Bars - Carex
Love these for seated showers. Also, if a caregiver is assisting these are great for keeping the caregiver dry. Look for one with an on/off switch for even better control over the water.
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These are great for those who have trouble reaching the handheld shower sprayer. You can place the suction mount wherever is best for you to reach the showerhead.
Adjustable Shower Head Holder, Suction Cup
Love this type of sprayer because it can be used with other toileting aids. I like that it makes cleaning after toileting much easier. This is great for someone with trouble wiping or frequent UTIs.
Hand-Held Bidet Sprayers - Brondell
These are great for small bathrooms because they don't have legs. I prefer the one that screws into the toilet seat hinges, but the clamp on one works too.
Raised Toilet Seat With Handles
These are a great tub bench for people who have trouble getting in and out of a bathtub, Very easy to assemble!
Medline Transfer Bath Bench with Back 400lb Cap 1Ct
I like these shower chairs with the arms for added support. I also like when the arms are removable if needed to move an arm for a better position getting in and out of the shower.
Shower Chair With Arms
I like these for those who can't get into the shower/tub. Especially for those that are bed bound.
Drench! Waterless No-Rinse Shampoo Caps Aloe Vera
Bedroom
This is one of my favorite bed rails because it is so sturdy and long! Just know that this one does not work with really thick mattresses.
Vaunn Medical Adjustable Bed Assist Rail Handle
I like this one because it can be used with a really thick mattress. However, this cannot be used on a king size bed.
Vaunn 2024 ASTM Safety Approved Adjustable Bed Rail
Love a motion sensor night light for traveling to the bathroom at night. Also, there is no bending needed to turn it on!
Motion Sensor Night Light
If there are slippery rugs in the bedroom, these are great pads to tack down the rugs!
Home Techpro Rug Pad Gripper, Washable Grippers
I like these for people who have trouble breathing when they lay down at night.
AllSett Health Adjustable Bed Wedge Pillow