By Kerry Knight
Today we see family’s of all sizes, shapes and configurations.
We see the kids moving back in because they are trying to save money. We also see
adults moving their parents into their homes to be closer to the grandkids and to
help them adjust to the ever-growing demands that their aging parents are faced
with. Today, it’s all about having the right kind of space for your particular family.
Spring is in full swing. It seems like everyone is in the mood for working
on their lawns and homes. Some new homebuyers
are finding small, dated homes they can go in and fix up. Oftentimes, they have to add an additional
bathroom to make them truly functional.
With a little TLC, they can turn a house that no one wanted into a
modern plum of a pick. Just by adding a
special tub, like the clawfoot tub can make the house appealing to more people.
Others are expanding
their own personal homes to include a place for mom or dad. The living quarters will no doubt provide a
small kitchen, a bedroom and a bath, that is especially designed for seniors.
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Many grown children are
looking for ways to make life easier for mom and dad as they enjoy their golden
years. Sometimes it's not possible to
move them into their homes because of space constraints, having careers to deal
with, and housing needs that are just not available. So, many times they will construct a small
addition or separate apartment to accommodate them. This will require special attention to safety
and handicap needs. If the senior has
difficulty getting around, there will be the need possibly for wheelchair ramps
coming into the apartment, placing the on and off switch for lights lower on
the wall, wide doorways and hallways for easy passage with both walkers and
wheelchairs, and a bathroom to fit their specific needs. Grab bars for the walls will be especially
needed.
The bathtub is another
concern. Seniors will want to be able to
bathe independently if at all possible.
This means providing a bathtub that is safe and easy to enter and
exit. The Walk In Tub is ideal for
this. These tubs come with a door and
seal that keeps it from leaking. They
can actually walk in, sit down on an ADA compliant seat, then close the door
and lock it. The tub can be filled with
warm water to chest level, and without assistance from anyone, a senior can
bathe themselves and rinse with the handheld shower that is within easy
reach. There are also options of air
jets, water jets and inline heater for water therapy.
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| Three Options for Walk In Tubs |
When the senior is
finished bathing, they simply open the drain, continue to rinse off the soap
and begin towel drying. When the tub is
empty, they can open the door and exit.
The entire process is accomplished without anyone's help. Plus, there are many safety features to keep
them from falling. There is a low
threshold on the entrance through the door of the tub. The set up is typically only 6 inches. The seat and floor of the tub are slip resistant. In addition, there is a grab bar within the
walk in tub to make it easy to get up and down.
The Walk In Tub is indispensable
for insuring safety and independence for mum or dad. The Walk In Tub can go right into a spot
where a traditional bathtub would go.
The installation is not difficult.
The plumbing will match up to existing plumbing and the electrical
usually requires only a couple of 110 volt circuits.
As a Walk In Tub
company ourselves, we receive phone calls daily from grown children looking for
a solution of how to take care of their parents in their senior years. We are happy to be able to help them at a
price they can afford. What is really
gratifying is to get calls from the children after the tubs are installed. They thank us for solving a big concern they
had. They also tell us about how happy
their parents are with their new bath addition.
So in planning a place for mom and dad in their special years think
seriously about the addition of a walk in tub.
In this article, I discussed how walk in tubs are being
used by families all over the USA. This trend shows family’s having multiple
generations moving back to live together. This is especially true for adult who
are making room for their parents to stay with them. I discuss how planning for
your elder parents' needs can make a big difference for their safety, and independents.
Planning for a walk in tub, verses a standard tub can make a big difference. These
walk in tubs can increase their independence, quality of life, provide therapeutic
care, additional comfort, provide greater support and peace of mind. In
addition, Walk in tubs can come with all the bells and whistles to provide real
health benefits without breaking the bank. Adults with aging parents are finding
that these new walk in tubs are filling a real need for safety and doing the right
thing for helping mom and dad enjoy their golden years.
Short video - Walk In tub Buyers Guide
If you found this article useful, please share it
with your friends and co-workers. If you have a comment related to this
article, leave it in the comment section of this blog. If you’d like
to receive a FREE Walk-In
Tub Buyers’ Guide, click here. Have a question? Feel free
to contact me at the number or email listed at the end of this article and I
will personally get back to you. It has been my pleasure sharing this
information with you. Thanks again for visiting with us.
Until next time.
Alan
and Kerry Knight are the owners of Tub
King, Inc., and SeniorBathtub.com in Jacksonville,
Florida. Together they have many years of experience in the antique and
senior bathtub industries. Their companies not only provide superior products,
they are also award winners, receiving the “Best of Jacksonville Chamber Award”
three years running. If you would like to contact them, call (800) 409-3375 or
(800) 843-4231; or email them at alan@tubking.com
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