When aging adults reach a point where they have accessibility concerns, it is time to consider remodeling their bathrooms to keep them safe. A simple fall could be very painful and debilitating for an aging adult. Here are a few tips to keep your aging loved one safe in their bathroom.Install Grab Bars and Tension Mounted PolesAging adults with poor balance will try to steady themselves by grabbing a towel rack or wall-mounted sink. Neither is designed to hold a persons body weight. Invest in sturdy grab bars, and safety poles. Install the grab bars on the wall around the toilet and in the shower. Make sure they are firmly bolted to the wall.A newer concept for aging adults is the tension-mounted pole. It can be placed anywhere in the house where your aging loved one needs help with balance, but it is especially helpful in a bathroom, along with grab bars. The tension pole is a floor-to-ceiling metal rod with a no-slip handle in the middle of the bar, so your aging loved one can safely pull themselves up without injury.Ensure the Bathroom has Slip Resistant Rugs and MatsIt is inevitable that while showering or bathing, the bathroom floors will end up wet. Make sure to place slip-resistant pads down in the shower and ensure any rugs outside the tub or shower are also slip-resistant.Consider Investing in a Tub ConversionOne of the most challenging moves for an aging adult with accessibility concerns is stepping over the tub to shower or take a bath. A Tub to Shower conversion is a great solution for accessibility and safety. Tub conversions allows you turn your existing bathtub into a step-in shower. Please be aware that this type of renovation generally requires a Building Permit. Most of the One Day Bathroom companies are skipping this important step. There are many easy things you can do to ensure the safety of seniors in the bathroom and in their homes. Some can be done as a DIY project, or you can hire a professional to help with making things safer at home. Dont put off taking some simple steps to prevent a life altering fall.  Editors Note: This article was submitted by Next Day Access and may be reached at 719-426-2665

Falls are one of the leading concerns for older adults. Often, falls are caused by conditions such as lower body weakness, difficulties with walking and balance. There are easy solutions for ensuring greater safety in the bathroom. Conducting a home evaluation and considering these safety ideas can reduce the chance of falling. Install Grab Bars:Grab bars are a vital bathroom safety product. Too many older adults will use towel bars for balance and stability. However, the towel bars fail since they aren't designed to hold a persons weight. Grab bars are designed to be strong and sturdy, allowing older adults to maintain and regain balance. Ideal installation locations include inside and outside the shower, by the toilet, and near the sink. Purchase A Shower Chair:A shower chair can be a valuable investment for seniors. This chair allows the bather to sit while still being able to bathe. This is a relatively inexpensive bathroom product that can help prevent falling in the shower. Consider A Walk-In Shower:A walk-in shower may require significant bathroom modifications, so its important to evaluate current and future needs before investing in one. Walk-in showers are built with a lower threshold, so older adults do not need to step as high to get in and out of the tub, decreasing the risk of losing their balance and falling. An anti-slip shower pan is an important feature since many traditional bathtubs do not include them. If an adult is becoming more limited in mobility with age, then it may be time to consider a walk-in shower.Other Bathroom Safety Products to Consider:Other common bathroom safety products include adding super poles, night lights, anti-slip bathmats, and more. There are many solutions that can help your loved ones stay safe in the bathroom. Bathroom safety must be a priority for caregivers of older adults. Most slip-and-fall accidents occur in the bathroom, and most of them are preventable. Having a professional evaluation is a great first step towards increased safety at home.