The Benefits of Installing Rails and Bars for Seniors
Most seniors prefer to stay in their homes as they age. However, one out of four seniors falls annually. According to the Centers for Disease and Prevention, one in five falls results in head, arm, leg, or ankle injury. In fact, most of these falls occur in bathrooms. Grab bars aid seniors in reducing fatigue while standing and maintaining balance. To improve mobility and stability, you can install rails and bars in the kitchen, ramps, bathroom, bedroom, and hallway. The products also help them safely access their homes' exteriors and give them autonomy when using the bathroom.
Some of the rails and bars you can install at home include:
Toilet Safety Rail Frame
The device is installed around the toilet, and it helps seniors to achieve a higher level of independence. The rail offers support before and after using the toilet.
A senior will easily use the bathroom without help. The rail frame also has an extra crossbar which increases its stability. The handles and the height of the toilet frame are adjustable according to the size of the senior.
Bathroom Handicap Safety Grab Bar
The textured grab bar gives seniors autonomy when using the bathroom area. They can grab the bar with one hand and use the other to brush their teeth, get into or out of the shower or tub or even shave.
You can install the grab bar either vertically or horizontally to offer maximum support when a senior is in a sitting or standing position. The bar is essential since it helps seniors to navigate slippery floors.
Handhold/ Poles
Handholds are critical and essential fall-preventions products installed at different points in the home. If you have a jack screw, fixing the pole will only take you a few minutes.
These poles are temporary and easily fixed between the floor and the ceiling. Setting the poles near the senior's bed or chair helps them to stand, change positions, or take seats.
Stair Rails
Handrails installed on both sides of stairs enable seniors to access the house. Installing bars on ramps improves seniors' accessibility to the home. The rails should have smooth and well-rounded edges. Securing the stair rails to the wall assures seniors of maximum security.
Suction Grab Bars
You can install suction grab bars to tiles but not drywall. The advantage of suction bars is that you can relocate them from one point to another. In addition, the bar aids seniors recovering from an illness or injury. However, caregivers should check the firmness of suction bars regularly.
Folding Grab Bars
These grab bars are critical when your home has limited space. They are easily foldable and can be installed beside the toilet or the sink. You can also install them in the kitchen or the living room to aid seniors as they sit or stand.
Senior Helpers of St. Petersburg for all your Senior's Needs
Your senior loved ones need an accessible and safe home. These rails and bars help them to move within their homes and use the bathroom independently.
Senior Helpers of St. Petersburg will work help you to take maximum care of your elderly loved one. We offer services to areas such as Treasure Island, St. Petersburg, South Pasadena, St. Pete Beach, and Gulfport. If you want to know more about meeting the needs of your seniors, please contact us today.