San Jose Plumber Discusses Issues Related To Aging

The inability to manage toilet and bath activities often motivates seniors to move into assisted living facilities. Customized plumbing options allow many elderly people to live at home rather than have to move to obtain care. How does this process work, and how do you make appropriate modifications?

The Bathroom

Small, cramped bathrooms challenge even fit, young users. For a person dependent on a cane, walker, or wheelchair, the navigation obstacles can be overwhelming and exhausting. What can be done? Consider expanding the room to accommodate assistive devices to help your loved one retain independence. Also, modify the room with grab bars and other features (as discussed below) to support mobility and function.

The Toilet

Standard toilets are often too low for someone in a wheelchair or a person with limited mobility. Hire a plumber to install a higher toilet specifically designed for this purpose. If you can’t afford this service, install grab bars and a seat extender to improve the situation.

The Shower

A barrier-free shower is the best and safest option for the elderly. Also called a roll-in shower, this device has no tub. That feature allows someone to roll a wheelchair directly into the stall. For seniors who have trouble lifting their feet or raising their legs, this shower provides a lot of relief. Along those lines, add grab bars, benches, and non-slip flooring to keep seniors safe in the shower. Depending on your existing stall, this type of unit can be retrofitted to the bathroom or added as part of an expansion.

The Best San Jose Area Plumbing Company For All Ages

Allstar Plumbing is a 2015 Home Advisor “Best Of” award winner. We achieved this distinction through a dedication to customer satisfaction and quality workmanship. We can customize your plumbing to meet the needs of your loved ones. In addition, we are experts in leak detection and gas line repairs. Call us today at (408) 282-7020 to learn more.