05/23/2026
Bathrooms account for roughly 80% of senior home falls - The National Institute on Aging.
My client, fiercely independent at 99 yrs old when I first met her, was so resistant to installing grab bars in her shower, using a shower chair or using a commode over the toilet to create more height for safety with transfers. She was also opposed to the idea of supervision with transfers getting in and out of the shower or assistance with bathing. 4 years later, I either wore her down or she became wiser with age 🤣Helping her make a few simple accomodations over the last few years, now at 103 yrs old, Ms. K is thriving, living independently and remains safe when it comes to showering and personal hygiene.