tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-525072113106085566.post2515984966019969329..comments2022-11-08T09:26:37.012-05:00Comments on Home for Life: 9 Less Common Bathroom Modifications for Seniors1 Call Bath Solutionshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11398809991911876604noreply@blogger.comBlogger6125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-525072113106085566.post-56987150596144545152012-01-01T09:32:33.402-05:002012-01-01T09:32:33.402-05:00I totally agree with you about the need many elder...I totally agree with you about the need many elderly people have for a bidet type seat or Washlet. Please take a look at two other blog posts that mention these products. "Maintaining Dignity In Seniors: Keeping Private Moments Private," and "Four Practical and Fun Holiday Gifts for Seniors."1 Call Bath Solutionshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11398809991911876604noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-525072113106085566.post-79962630850205855652011-12-31T22:08:33.010-05:002011-12-31T22:08:33.010-05:00For many elderly, disabled or obese the challenge ...For many elderly, disabled or obese the challenge of getting clean after using the toilet is difficult and can lead to the embarrassment of being dirty or having to have assistance from others. This is why having an outlet (GFI, of course) installed beside every toilet is becoming a common Universal Design feature. This allows for the installation of a bidet type seat or Washlet. I am surprised that I don't see this mentioned among your list of recommended features for bathrooms for those wanting to age in place.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-525072113106085566.post-79640321121312806492011-11-02T17:49:45.630-04:002011-11-02T17:49:45.630-04:00I also suggest installing a better source of light...I also suggest installing a better source of light, it is essential for clear vision.Simone Feldman, ckd, cbd, capshttp://www.simonefeldmandesign.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-525072113106085566.post-60502782157216642112011-11-01T14:48:20.340-04:002011-11-01T14:48:20.340-04:00Thanks Sue and Ron -- you're right. An alert ...Thanks Sue and Ron -- you're right. An alert is probably the ideal solution to the problem. That's something that all seniors should have if they're living alone. George.1 Call Bath Solutionshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11398809991911876604noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-525072113106085566.post-47724602346816824732011-11-01T14:19:39.702-04:002011-11-01T14:19:39.702-04:00Some great suggestions, George. However, I would ...Some great suggestions, George. However, I would also advise against the phone in the bathroom and recommend a personal emergency response system, which can and should remain on the person's body at all times. If Aunt Ethel slips in the shower or on the floor, and the phone is on the counter or the wall, it's useless. I always stress to clients the importance of wearing the PERS in the shower and to bed.<br />Sue Coyle, COTA, BA, CMCSue Coylehttp://coylecaremanagement.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-525072113106085566.post-38881026677352061442011-10-30T20:01:43.496-04:002011-10-30T20:01:43.496-04:00In reference to #2 - Until phones become waterproo...In reference to #2 - Until phones become waterproof, or, the client doesn't have to drag themselves to the handheld, which can cause complications if they happen hurt themselves getting to the unit (if they can reach it pulling it into the stall where they are laying (under the water) shorts the phone anyway - Scenario rendered useless. Best case = 30% more time in your facility, due to complications. Worst case (No; not death) = Full time in your facility from complications. <br /><br />The real answer is Life Alert - http://www.lifealert.com/50plus.aspx<br />100% waterproof - And pressing a button give you options, even when the client can't speak of think of them on their own.<br />Ron Tippitt, Independent Case Manager 1-800-335-4415 extension 4638,<br />or 1-310-663-2310<br /><br />Ron Tippitt<br />http://www.linkedin.com/pub/ron-tippitt/5/311/659Unknownhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02771536559685740698noreply@blogger.com