Tips on Bathroom

Use Weights to Steady Tremors

Wearing wrist weights may help to reduce tremors.

Easy Pick Up Shampoo Bottles

Use smaller lighter bottles.

Light the Night to Prevent Falls

Install a night light in the bathroom to be able to easily see the toilet, grab bar, and any possible tripping hazard.

Water Level Float

Place a sponge or bath toy in the tub or sink if you cannot see the fill line.

Safe Opening Bathroom Door

If your bathroom door opens inward, remove the bathroom door and hang a shower curtain on a doorway tension rod.

Add Non-Slip Tub Strips

Put non slip strips on the tub or shower stall to reduce the risk of falling.

Mark Hot/Cold Temperature Setting

Mark "Perfect Temperature" with nail polish.

Contrast Tape for Grab Bars

Put a piece of contrasting color tape on grab bars you are having difficulty seeing.

Contrast Tape for Tub Edge

Use contrasting color tape on the edge of the tub or shower.

Reach Your Toes

Tightly wrap a wash cloth around a dowel or yardstick using rubber bands or duct tape to wash between your toes.

Easily Reach Feet and Legs To Wash

Use kitchen tongs to hold a sponge to wash feet and legs.

Keep Soap from Dropping

Put a bar of soap into a nylon knee high stocking