Bathroom and Home Safety


Caregiver Support Health Resources

Over 60% of falls occur at home, with the majority in the bathroom. Here are some options for safety equipment to keep the bathroom and home safe for your care recipient:

Bathroom Commode  

Bathroom Commode

• Provides a raised toilet seat height (17” to 23”) for easier standing
• Arms on either side to help with sitting or standing
• Available in heavy duty, drop arm and folding styles
Raised Toilet Seat  

Raised Toilet Seat

• Fits in compact toilet areas
• Also available without arms
• Not as stable or supportive as freestanding commode
• Height is not adjustable
Wall Grab Bars  

Wall Grab Bars

Essential for difficult areas. Common placements:
• Along wall for use when stepping in or out of the shower or tub
• Next to toilet (if commode not in place)
• Inside bathtub to help standing up from shower chair
Handheld Shower  

Handheld Shower

• Mounts easily to existing shower head
• Easily movable for hygiene washing in seated position
Shower Chair  

Shower Chair

• Allows bathing in seated position in tub or shower
• Decreases chance of slipping or falling in tub or shower area
• Available without back, with hygiene cutout or foldable
Tub Transfer Bench  

Tub Transfer Bench

• Patient sits outside of tub, swings legs over rim and slides into tub area
• Available with padding

Other general recommendations

• Remove or secure any area rugs or mats
• Avoid walking on wet surfaces
• Do not use towel racks or shower doors as grab bars
• Apply non-skid surface to bottom of tub, shower or tile floor

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