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For people with limited mobility, making a few small additions around the house can greatly improve their quality of life. Simple items such as handrails and user-friendly kitchen appliances can increase a person’s independence. For people who have trouble getting out of bed or moving quickly, it may be beneficial to have a beside commode close by.
The term “commode” is French and means “convenient” or “suitable.” While there are several of pieces of furniture that are classified as commodes, the bedside commode has garnered the most widespread usage in modern English. There are several designs available, many of which offer multiple positions and height settings
When growing older, some regular activities like getting out of bed, taking a shower, and walking down a flight of stairs can become a chore. It’s important to take precautions to address difficulties a senior might face throughout the day. Whether you have an elderly grandparent, parent, or friend, a few simple changes in the home can help a senior to lead a better life. To address moving in and out of bed, which let’s face it, can be difficult for anyone in the early morning, a bedside commode is a great object to have in the home. To emphasize bathroom and shower safety, a shower chair as well as railings and a bath mat can reduce the chance of slipping in the bathroom. For flights of stairs, it’s important to have railings, even if it’s just a couple stairs leading into the garage.
Taking the necessary precautions for seniors well help to avoid accidents and harm. Everyone gets older, and it’s natural to need to require a few changes around the home to combat the effects of aging. Even if a senior says they don’t need help, don’t be afraid to broach the subject of updating their home!
This is a two-in-one space saving bedrail organizer. It installs on both sides of the bed, up to queen size. Especially helpful when a person uses either side of the bed or in the case of couples where both need added assistance. The roomy pockets turn an ordinary bed into a convenient storage area to help organize items you want to keep at the bedside, while providing support for getting in and out of bed. Comfortable to grasp non-metal handles are warm to the touch and can be used for repositioning and turning in bed. Easy to install, rails slide between mattress and box spring. No hardware needed! It is adjustable and fits twin, full and queen size beds.