The GRABDASHBAR Home Safety Blog

Paying for Long-Term Care: How Seniors Can Plan for the Future

Photo via Pixabay by QuinceMedia Saving money for the future is a big job, and it sometimes takes years to get a good amount set aside. For those who want to ensure they have enough savings for their post-retirement years, it can be a huge source of stress to try and pad a savings account for all future needs. After all, you never know what the next five or ten years will bring. As a senior, it’s important to think about the possibility that you may require long-term care, which can be very costly. This type of care usually follows...

Stylish and Safe: How to seamlessly integrate a grab bar while aging in place

According to the CDC, the bathroom can be one of the most dangerous rooms in the house when it comes to fall risk. By adding a grab bar, the risk of falling can be reduced and falls can be prevented. With the many options available today, a grab bar can be seamlessly integrated while enhancing both your bathroom aesthetics and functionality.

Age in Place Checklist

Whether you’re upgrading your bathroom to age in place or just trying to improve your bathroom’s functionality, following universal design guidelines can make your bathroom easier to use for everyone. Here are some things to consider when designing a bathroom to improve accessibility.

Does your toilet sweat? How to Fix Toilet Tank Condensation…

When warm and humid weather arrives, toilet tanks can start to sweat. When the tank fills with cold water, the outside of the tank drops in temperature. The warm air comes in contact with the cold tank, and condensation forms on the outside. It’s more than a mild inconvenience when condensation starts to form on the outside of your toilet tank - it can cause serious damage from dripping onto your bathroom floor.

Retrofitting Your Bathroom to Age in Place

Making these changes not only makes your bathroom safer, but also more comfortable for your day to day life. Many the ways to adapt your bathroom are small and can be made without having to complete a full renovation