Age-in-Place Shower Design
The shower is a significant part of bathroom remodeling—this is true for any renovation but even more so for age-in-place design. For those who want to stay in their own homes as they get older, particular remodeling is necessary. This includes incorporating design elements throughout a home (especially the bathroom and kitchen) that make living alone safe, comfortable, and independent for older folks.
The bathroom—the shower, in particular—is one of the most important. How can remodelers make showers and bathing areas safer for the elderly and disabled? There are many age-in-place shower design options. These include:
- Walk-in, curbless shower stalls
- Wider entrances (for shower and/or bathroom)
- Grab bars
- Built-in seating
- Handheld sprayer
- Good lighting
- Easy-grip door handles
- Non-slip tile flooring
Pictures of Accessible Showers
Below are pictures if you need ideas for your home or the home of an elderly loved one:
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