Preventing Senior Falls in Bathrooms

More than one in three seniors over age 65 fall each year, and the National Institute on Aging (NIA) says 80 percent of these falls are in the bathroom. Due to the multitude of unforgiving and slippery surfaces, bathrooms are very hazardous for the home. Preventing Senior Falls in Bathrooms Knowing how to get in and out of tubs and showers properly and equipping homes with necessary safety precautions can reduce senior falls, keep them out of the emergency room and possibly extend their life. Preventing Senior Falls in Bathrooms According to research from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention,

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How Bidets Help Disabled People

One of the biggest benefits that are normally associated with bidet seats is that they are extremely beneficial to people that are disabled. If you are handicapped or have a disability of any kind, then an attachable bidet seat can be beneficial to you by simplifying the cleaning process greatly. Nearly all bidet seats work out of the box for handicapped individuals. Bidet seats differ from traditional bidets in that they do not require the user to traverse from one fixture to another for cleaning. Therefore, if you are handicapped or disabled and you want to simplify cleaning yourself after using

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Attachable Bidets for Any Bathroom

The attachable bidet makes the bidet a bathroom fixture that can be installed in virtually any bathroom. You no longer need to set aside a separate corner for a bidet. Instead, you can have this fixture installed right on your toilet seat. The bidet will use the same source of water as the toilet. Some bidets may also need a source of electricity, but outlets are typically within reach. There's an attachable bidet to suit any needs as long as you know what you're looking for. If you're new to the idea of a bidet, there are several factors that will help you find the best product for your needs. Attachable Bidets for Any Bathroom First you should consider the type of toilet that you have. If the tank is separate from the toilet, then you have a two-piece model. This is the most common type of toilet. If the tank is not in a separate piece, you have a one-piece toilet. This will affect the types of bidets that are available to you. You should also check to see if your toilet seat is round or elongated. There are bidet models for all types of seats, but you should measure yours carefully to ensure that the bidet you select will fit correctly. Armed with these measurements, a sales representative can help you make the final decision. There are many different types of bidets. Considering your needs may help you choose the right one. Consider these questions. Do you have difficulty maneuvering in the bathroom? If so, a bidet with a wireless remote will ensure that you can always reach the controls. Do you find the toilet to be cold and uncomfortable, especially in winter? A bidet toilet seat that's heated will solve this problem and make the bathroom much more comfortable. Do you suffer from constipation? Look for a bidet with a massage or pulsation feature. This type of water stream can ease constipation. Do you have small children who have trouble finding the bathroom at night? Some bidet toilet seats come equipped with a nightlight beneath the rim that can solve this problem. Are you intimidated by a lot of different features on the bidet? Look for a basic installation that has only a few settings. This will make the bidet more comfortable for new users. There's truly a bidet available for every type of user. Look around and find a design that you're comfortable with. Pictures, extensive product descriptions, and even videos are available to help you make your choice. Bio Bidet customer representatives are happy to help if you need more information. There's an attachable bidet available to suit any home

The attachable bidet makes the bidet a bathroom fixture that can be installed in virtually any bathroom. You no longer need to set aside a separate corner for a bidet. Instead, you can have this fixture installed right on your toilet seat. The bidet will use the same source of water as the toilet. Some bidets may also need a source of electricity, but outlets are typically within reach. There's an attachable bidet to suit any needs as long as you know what you're looking for. If you're new to the idea of a bidet, there are several factors that

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How Family Caregivers Can Design a Senior-Friendly Kitchen

How Family Caregivers Can Design a Senior-Friendly Kitchen

The bathroom is typically the most dangerous room in the home for elderly adults, but the kitchen isn’t far behind. Every year, thousands of American seniors suffer injuries in their kitchens. Some of those injuries are minor, like small cuts to fingers, but many of these injuries are serious or life-threatening. As family caregivers, we can help reduce these risks by designing safer kitchens for seniors. How Family Caregivers Can Design a Senior-Friendly Kitchen How can you make the kitchen safer for your elderly mom, dad, or grandparent? Here are four key areas where smart kitchen design can reduce the risk

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Eco Home Improvements to Save Seniors Money

Eco Home Improvements to Save Seniors Money

If you are spending more than 10% of your income to keep your home above 21°C, then you meet the World Health Organization’s definition of fuel poverty. This disproportionately affects the elderly, who tend to be on a lower income, live in older homes and spend more time indoors. Combined with weakened health, seniors are also more likely to become seriously ill due to an inability to heat homes. However, this can be tackled by making energy efficiency improvements. This eco-friendly solution could knock thousands of dollars off a senior’s annual fuel bill, helping them to stay warm throughout winter, while limiting their

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Tips on Organizing Your Garage

Shop Garage Racks on Senior.com If you are like my family and 60% of other American families who own garages, that is the one room you leave as well as enter your home several times a day.  The garage is one of the largest rooms in your house and one of the most abused.  on Organizing Your Garage After the winter our garage barely has room for our cars.  We have a two car garage and in order to pull both cars in you have to do the sideways walk with your breath held to make it down the alley

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Assessing Curb Appeal

Assessing Curb Appeal

So you're looking to move your family out of your current residence to a new home better suited for your needs. Before you list your home on the market you will need to gauge its appearance to prospective buyers. Assessing Curb Appeal Over time, a homeowner can grow accustomed to a home's faults and shortcomings. Here are some tips and questions to ask yourself while evaluating the curb appeal of your market-bound home: REMOVE EMOTIONAL ATTACHMENT The first rule is to get rid of any personal thoughts about your home. This can be difficult, but consider what you want from this

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Saferacks Video on Organizing your Garage

This is a great quick video from The Clutter Diet about how you can use Saferacks to organize your garage!  Senior.com is a leading distributor of all saferack products.  You can't beat our pricing!  Senior.com sells all sizes and accesories for self install, or purchase the racks professionally installed.  What a great way to clean the clutter, add value to your home and claim your garage back!  Now that's home improvement worth celebrating! Saferacks Video on Organizing your Garage [embed]https://www.youtube.com/watch?t=14&v=Cw4A2gy6N4w[/embed] Select your sizes and accessories and we will ship to your house for FREE! SafeRacks is the premier overhead garage storage system. These

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Clear the Bathroom Clutter

Due to their small size and heavy usage, bathrooms can become a messy, cluttered area for many families.  They are also are important spaces to keep clear for safety reasons.  For seniors, most falls occur that occur in a home, happen in a bathroom. Clear the Bathroom Clutter  Fo For those with smaller bathrooms, storage solutions can be even harder to find. Here are some organization tips to make your bathroom a clean and functional space for every member of the family: Clear the Bathroom Clutter Assess the mess: Go through all the cabinets and drawers to clear out unused makeup, health

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