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  1. Age UK Trading Bathing Solutions

    Information about Age UK easy bathing products.

  2. Stories of Painful Journeys

    arrives early, and wants to leave immediately, I can't. Because of my disability, in order to use to bathroom easily, I only get dressed just before I leave the house. 'The journey to hospital takes up to two ... stairs that I couldn't use. I waited for hours alone, which I can't do, as I need help to use the bathroom. Two men had to lift me off the toilet, it was dreadful. My partner had to come and get me, which

  3. Home aids and adaptations

    possible to install a through-floor wheelchair lift, depending on the size and layout of your home. Bathrooms are spaces that are used a lot, so it's important that they're safe and easy to use. You may find ... foot-cleaning bath mats can help you if you have limited mobility and can't bend down easily. Like the bathroom, the kitchen is an important space that's used a lot, so it's vital that it's right for you. What

  4. How to make your home more dementia friendly

    you could consider using a jewellery box. Bathrooms are spaces that are used a lot, so it's important that they're safe and easy to get to.  Paint the bathroom door a bright colour, stick a sign on the ...   Consider bigger adaptations such as grab rails and shower stools  to help you use the bathroom safely. These adaptations may be more expensive but could help you stay independent for as long

  5. Preventing and treating burns

    you. Wear short or tight-fitting sleeves and keep long hair tied back when you're cooking. In the bathroom Make sure baths and showers aren't too hot before you get in – you could use a thermometer

  6. What would you do if you won the lottery?

    you’ve always wanted a large family home with a bigger garden, large bedrooms and plenty of en-suite bathrooms, then now could be your time. When the time is right you could take this opportunity to move closer

  7. Fire safety tips at home

    Never use appliances like hairdryers or heaters (unless they're fitted with a cord pull) in the bathroom. Never leave heaters unattended and don't use them while you're sleeping. Take care when using garden

  8. Arthritis: symptoms, treatment & support

    larger home adaptations, such as installing ramps and fitting specialist equipment in the kitchen or bathroom, you may qualify for a Disabled Facilities Grant. This can be used to cover a wide range of adaptations

  9. Brenda's story

    what am I going to do today that I’ve not done already?’ Today I cleaned my kitchen and bathroom, and I watered my plants. Tomorrow I’m going to have my hair done. Then I’ll come home

  10. Living with Degenerative Cervical Myelopathy

    rehabilitation. He has also installed grab rails throughout the property and a revolving stall in his bathroom. Taking preventative measures Terry is mindful of the fact that his condition will deteriorate,

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