10 Simple things you can do to make a bathroom safer for seniors:
1. Place a nightlight in the bathroom and in the hallway going to the bathroom
2. Remove rugs that can be tripped on and especially rugs that slide easily and can be slipped on
3. Install grab bars and security poles beside the toilet, in the bathtub and shower stall
4. Purchase a shower chair or shower bench – they work well in tubs as well
5. Install a safety toilet rail
6. Increase the height of your toilet with a raised toilet seat
7. Use a transfer board and transfer benches to get easily from a wheelchair to a shower chair or toilet
8. Install a hand held shower head
9. Place non-skid mats and decals inside the shower and tub
10. Be sure to put on non-skid slippers when you get out of the shower or tub
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