With aging comes diminished physical abilities. The elderly can be at risk going to the bathroom. Without assistance a slip and fall can lead to a break or fracture which can be dangerous to the elderly. Assisting a patient with toileting can be as simple as using the proper toileting aids and techniques.
Perhaps the most dangerous room in the home for anyone with a disability is the bathroom. Traditional bathrooms do not even come close to providing the disabled with a safe and accessible environment. But there are several steps you can take to make sure your bathroom is more handicap-accessible.
