Designed to help you get in and out of the bath or shower safely and comfortably, a mobility bathroom can extend your independence and improve your quality of life. It’ll also give your family and friends peace of mind, so you can just relax and bathe safely.
To realise these benefits, it’s important to invest in a bathroom solution that’s tailored to your needs. Here’s how a mobility bathroom renovation, or smaller mobility bathroom modifications, can help you regain your confidence so you can enjoy bathing again.
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If you decide that a mobility bathroom is the right solution for you, there are a wide range of options to choose from:
Wet room
A wet room is a highly versatile solution if you’re a wheelchair user.
The shower is open or set behind a single wall, and the shower floor is flush with the rest of the room. The Richmond is custom-built to fit the exact dimensions of your bathroom, and the hinged screen for the walk in shower folds back if wider entry is required.
Walk-in showers and walk-in baths
Walk-in showers and walk-in baths are also popular choices for anyone with mobility concerns. Walk-in showers have very low edges, so you can enter and exit easily. The Coniston Range of showers with bi-fold doors comes with a variety of full and half height door combinations.
Walk-in baths have a door on the side, so you don’t have to climb over the top. Deeper than an average bath, with comfortable in-built seat, the Derwent deep soak walk-in bath has a low step and an inward opening door that will allow you to get in and out independently. The Hampton Elite modern walk-in bath also comes with Spatherapy (using jets of water to gently massage your body, encouraging blood circulation and releasing pressure on joints) and Chromotherapy (using specific colours to help your mind and body relax), which you can select from easy-to-use controls.
Our specialists can help you find the right mobility bathroom for your requirements. Book a free design appointment today and we’ll talk you through the different options available, so you can enjoy the full use of your bathroom again.
Mobility modifications
If you’re not looking to re-do your entire bathroom, small alterations can still dramatically improve the practicality and safety of your bathroom.
For example, grab rails can be extremely useful for steadying yourself when getting in and out of the bath. They can also help you move confidently around the bathroom. We offer a range of grab rails in different lengths. Some serve a double function, also acting as a toilet roll holder, for example.
Shower seats are inexpensive, too, and are essential if you’re unable to stand for a long period of time. They must be sturdy and durable, so you can completely relax when bathing.
Whether you decide to invest in a brand-new bathroom or make small additions to your existing one, feeling safe will put you and your loved ones at ease, while restoring the enjoyment of bathing. Get in touch today to see how we can help you.
When you’re looking to purchase a new bathroom, you want it to be safe, stylish and easy to use. At Mobility Plus our bathroom range includes many styles, sizes and designs for you to choose from. So to find the right mobility bathroom solution for your needs, follow our handy guide.
We don’t believe in a ‘one size fits all’ approach, which is why we’re dedicated to finding the best bathroom for you. All of our products are custom made, so you can choose the bathroom which reflects your individuality, and that also makes the best use of your space and suits your needs perfectly.
Walk-in baths are a great bathroom solution for anyone who has mobility issues that may restrict them from standing for a long period of time. Walk-in baths provide a stylish and practical alternative to standard showers, without compromising on style or luxury.
If you have trouble lifting your legs for a normal bath, our walk-in baths offer a simple solution. Each of our baths, for instance The Leyburn full length walk-in bath, come with a watertight door and slip resistant base so you can just open the door and step over the ultra-low entry step to bathe safely.
To find out how low access doors can open up a new bathing experience for your home, check out this blog post.
Also included in our range of walk-in baths are a number of products, such as The Derwent deep soak walk-in bath, which are deeper than an average bath. This bath shape allows you to enjoy a deep soak in total comfort, while a comfortable integrated seat with a contoured back gives you confidence in easy and safe bathing.
We aim to accommodate many individuals and help to find them a bathroom solution for their specific needs. This is why we don’t only offer full length-walk in baths, but compact designs too. The Hampton low entry walk-in bath is one of the lowest entry walk-in baths available in the UK. Its compact design is a great solution to accommodate those with homes that have limited bathroom space, meaning you can still bathe confidently again, without compromising on the size of your bathroom.
Helpful both for those with mobility restrictions affecting leg movement or struggling with balance, walk-in baths with power seat such as The Windermere are a great option to get in and out of the bath safely.
For those who like a little luxury in their lives, the Hampton Elite modern walk-in baths offer hydrotherapy as well as chromotherapy to relax, unwind and aid aches and pains.
Walk-in showers may be the best bathroom solution for you if you have general accessibility needs. It may sound obvious, but the biggest advantage of a walk-in shower is that they are incredibly easy to get in and out of. There are no obstructions to stop you from easily entering the space, making showering safer and more convenient for the whole family.
For instance, The Coniston Range walk-in showers with bi-fold doors is one of our most popular shower combination. This product combination offers a great compact enclosure with a half-height bifold door solution that neatly fits into a corner and also features wide open doors for easy entry. This design is great for any individuals who require wheelchairs, for example.
Many of our walk-in shower ranges are designed to perfectly fit in the corner of your bathroom. Each beautiful range, such as The Richmond level access walk-in showers or The Kendal affordable walk-in showers, adds a touch of class to any bathroom because the perfect fit creates a relaxing refuge of calm for a truly luxurious showering experience.
Depending on your specific mobility needs, shower seats can be installed with your walk-in shower. Fold-up shower seats are great for providing extra support while you bathe. The seat designs also maintain a spacious bathroom, so your walk-in shower can accommodate for the whole family.
We offer a number of practical bathroom accessories for our mobility bathrooms, to discover which ones are best for you, explore our range.
Deciding on a mobility bathroom solution depends on your individual needs, as well as the needs of the rest of your household. Both walk-in baths and walk-in showers have different benefits, and our customer service team are on hand to ensure that you choose the right bathroom solution for you.
To talk to a member of our team please get in touch today.
Balancing the desire for independence and the need for safety becomes increasingly difficult as you get older. We all like to enjoy our own space and privacy, but in later life we need to keep in regular contact with the people who care for our health and wellbeing. With that in mind, some new sensory technology is being trialled in Britain which allows health professionals to monitor your home activity without compromising your privacy. If successful it could decrease the need for visits to doctors and hospitals. It could also enable many older people to continue living in their own home, rather than a care home.
The technology allows the kitchen appliances and curtains of dementia patients to be connected to home systems so that they can be monitored remotely. Sensors on the appliances will monitor whether the patient is using the utensils, moving around their home and eating at regular times. To accomplish the introduction of this innovative technology, the NHS has teamed up with several technology giants including Google’s life sciences sector Verily, Phillips and IBM.
By the time 2018 arrives, nearly three million people are expected to have at least three medical conditions which include dementia, which in turn leaves huge pressure and demands on health and care services. The technology coming through will help free up resources, and release these pressures. It is estimated that this digital revolution will help save the NHS £5 billion over the next 10 years.
George McNamara, Head of Policy at Alzheimer’s Society told The Telegraph: “Two thirds of people with dementia live in the community and we know they want to remain independent and in their own homes for longer. Technology can be invaluable in helping people living with dementia to do this and improve their everyday lives – it can also aid health professionals to deliver person-centred care.
“A quarter of hospital beds are taken up by people with dementia and millions is spent on preventable admissions. Our NHS and social care system has historically been too reactive, dealing with a series of emergencies. With an ageing population and more people living with multiple long-term conditions it is right we focus on prevention and keeping people out of hospital – anticipating and preventing crises. Not only does it make good economic sense, but reduces the human misery associated with emergency admissions to hospital.
“With any implementation of technology it is paramount that the person living with dementia should be at the centre of any decisions made. Each individual is different and their needs should be assessed on a case by case basis.”
The new technology is now being trialled in Birmingham, Sheffield, Lancashire, London, Manchester, Surry and Sussex. Improving safety and independence at home is what Mobility Plus are all about, so we certainly wish it every success.
Whilst many people focus on keeping those news year’s resolutions some of us more practical people have chosen to focus on home improvements and generally making life easier in the home, and what better time to consider the practicalities of your bathroom than at the start of a brand new year. Forget about New Year, New You. It’s all about New Year, new bathroom!
Our bathrooms are the most used rooms in our homes and yet very rarely do we consider the needs of the whole family. The key here is ensuring that the bathroom is future proof, and this means making sure that the room and its features are suitable for all ages and abilities, from toddler to the elderly as well as disabled people.
In Britain we have an increasing elderly population that is set to increase rapidly over the coming years so with that in mind, it would be a smart investment to ensure that your bathroom is fully future proof to cater for all generations. Consider adaptable and practical mobility solutions for your bathrooms such as hand rails, level access flooring, wide opening doors or even fold down shower seats. You could also consider easy-access baths which comprise of water tight doors that enable the user to walk in and out of the bath with ease without raising the leg too high. All of these features provide easy-access solutions and make life that bit easier in the bathroom.
Everybody wants to remain independent for as long as they can, especially when comes to matters of the bathroom, so for those with more severe mobility restrictions, you might want to consider a walk-in wet room shower if you have the space available. This allows for wheel chair access if necessary which is ideal for those with walking disabilities. In addition, if assisted bathing is required with the help of a carer or family member, you could also consider the option of a bi-fold shower door which provides the option of assisted bathing whilst keeping all of the water inside the shower cubicle and therefore minimising the risk of a messy bathroom. These practical features in conjunction with modern tiling and sleek fixtures and fittings makes your bathroom appropriate for all ages.
So if your new year’s resolution was to be more practical and to invest in the future then invest in your bathroom by making it future proof for the whole family for years to come.
It is no surprise that ageing can come with its burdens, but that is no reason to let it become an issue within your own home. So whether it’s you or a relative that you’re thinking of it’s always good to be prepared. Mobility and independence gradually reduces as you get older so it’s helpful to consider adapting your home in preparation for this.
We all like to feel comfortable and safe at home but overtime, daily duties can become increasingly difficult to complete. For instance, the process of entering a bath or a shower can potentially be very dangerous because of slippery surfaces and trip hazards. However, there are products and services available to provide a much safer environment at home through mobility solutions being installed.
The benefit of doing your mobility equipment research in advance can allow you to consider all your options and allow the product or service to be tailored around you as an individual. Also, although we do our absolute best to ensure that the design and installation process runs as smooth and stress free as possible, it can feel like a rush if the requirments are urgent which could be avoided if allowed more time to prepare. Also being prepared with the essentials, allows you to focus on the more important things in life, like pursuing interests and hobbies, seeing family and friends, exploring new places or anything else, which may take your interest.
3 reasons you should adapt your home:
1) Peace of mind for loved ones
Once mobility solutions have been installed into a home, it allows the user(s) to become increasingly self-reliant while remaining in a safe environment much to the relief of your nearest and dearest. Similarly if you have a relative that has limited mobility, put your own mind at ease by suggesting that they invest in some safety mobility solutions.
2) Independence and style
The facilities will simply aid the user(s) allowing them to be able to complete daily duties without the need for assistance but still remain safe. This allows them to be able to become more self-reliant and independent along with having more privacy and maintain your own modesty. Also, mobility bathroomfacilities are more stylish than they have ever been so you don’t have to worry about anything looking out of place or clunky.
3) Reduced financial burdens
Many current UK residents are concerned over their finances so are reluctant to invest in their future. However, if you have installed mobility solutions in your home but choose to move then it should not financially disadvantage you. This results from an ageing generation occurring in England, which means that there are numerous prospective buyers interested in properties with elderly home care facilities potentially increasing the value of the house. This is complimented with an expected rise of 5% in property values over the course of the next five years.
1. Colourful textiles Show off your personality with something different by adding a splash of colour. Bright coloured, towels, cloths, mats and shower curtains are a great way of adding character and style to your bathroom.
Our personal favourite is the cross seasonal pastel turquoise shade that can be both light and airy in Spring/Summer or offer a more winter wonderland theme during the winter months.
2. Decorative touches There’s nothing more quirky than putting your own stamp on your home with little decorative touches here and there. Even the smallest addition could make a big difference to the overall look of the room and your bathroom should be no exception. Things like storage units, ornaments, candles and picture frames to name a few. We love the ambiance of lots of candles!
3. Modern floor level shower Don’t opt for the traditional step in shower with a curtain. Why not go for a modern, practical and stylish level access shower floor that is perfect for mobility access including wheelchairs! Check out our stunning collection of walk in showers and wet rooms. Our personal favourite is the stunning Richmond range.
4. Chromotherapy and Hydro Spa Bath For ultimate relaxation and a completely unique addition to your bathroom, a chromotherapy hydro-spa could be the answer. With coloured lamps incorporated into the bathtub which are said to be infused with healing energies that promote balance and healing together with the hydro spa feature, this easy access bathtub really does offer the perfect solution for people with muscle and joint aches and pains such as arthritis sufferers.
5. Unique storage boxes and shelving Storage is an essential yet cumbersome part of your bathroom so why not style it up and make your own. We love these unusual step ladder shelves.
