Implementing New Fixtures & Design Choices
While we often see accommodations for the disabled in a public space, we frequently overlook making those conveniences available in residential homes.
There is now a multitude of extra features that can be included in home that keep the needs of handicapped people in mind. Not only can these changes be implemented to make day-to-day routine easier for the disabled, you won’t have to sacrifice the aesthetic you may be going for.
Here are a couple simple adjustments you can make in your kitchen or bathrooms that are very disability friendly:
No-Touch Faucets & Toilets
Simply swapping out your faucets can make a big difference in ease of operation for a disabled individual. All you need to do the get the water flowing at the sink is put your hands below the faucet, as it is motion sensored. There are even models on the market that include a built in hand dryer, adding even more convenience for those who need it.
Touchless toilets are also motion sensored and have become very common in public spaces to reduce the spread of germs, but provide an unexpected advantage to people with mobility issues as well. Being able to do your toileting without the added step of flushing can help make trips to the bathroom a simpler process.
Walk-In or Roll-In Baths & Showers
For those who have trouble getting in and out of tubs, a good solution is a walk-in tub or shower. As far as bathtubs go, you can install one with a swinging door as well as hand-grips on the walls so that it’s easier to get up and down. There are plenty of options regarding the width of the tub itself and the size of the door.
For those who are in wheelchairs, a roll-in shower might be the best option for those who want to be completely self sufficient while they bathe. This option offers a great deal of customization in which you can design the shower however you’d like, even adding a shower bench if you’d like. These options can add a great deal of convenience to day-to-day life for those with disabilities, so it’s worth considering if you or a family member has mobility issues.
These changes can make a huge difference in the day-to-day activities of a disabled person, making them easily worth the investment. While some aspects could be a bit of an undertaking to execute, when you have a reliable professional on your side it will be done and ready for use before you know it.
Are you ready to make a change like this in your kitchen or bathrooms? Combat is just a phone call away! Reach out at (773) 724-9272 today to get started!
