Showering and Bathing Safely for Those With Disabilities Part Nine

Thus it might be necessary for there to be specific wheelchairs that can get wet that are designated for this use, for certain wheelchairs to be left in the shower, or for carers to ensure that disabled individuals are able to shower when they wish by ensuring they are helped into the correct chair at the start of the day.

Another important aspect for a handicapped shower is of course that there be some kind of seat. Shower seats are basically placed in showers in order to prevent the individuals from having to stand for extended periods of time if they are able to get up and walk into the shower. This is highly useful for those who just find walking and standing hard, and is also very useful for elderly residents.

Also important if your disabled residents are going to be standing in the handicapped showers is that there be some kind of additional grip on the surface of the shower floor. This will prevent those in the shower from potentially slipping when the floor is wet and falling over.