Join the CareCo email list

And be the first to hear about new products, restocks, upcoming sales and discount codes.

 

Don’t worry, you can always unsubscribe. T&Cs apply.

Bathroom

Setting Up Your Bath for an Accessible Bathing Experience

September 13, 2024 - by Simon Bidle
By combining the right selection of bath products you can make every bathing experience accessible for all eventualities.

Bath Seats for the Elderly

August 19, 2024 - by Simon Bidle

Bathroom seats offer a simple yet effective solution to improve both safety and comfort when bathing. These specially designed aids provide stability and support, allowing for a far safer and more relaxing bathing experience.

Incontinence aids for everyday living and carefree nights

July 25, 2024 - by Joanne Ford

The risk factors for incontinence increase as we get older, and around one in five over 80s is living with incontinence. Women are twice as likely to experience incontinence as men. Urinary incontinence (bladder control trouble) is more common than faecal incontinence (bowel control problems).

How I Adapt My Non-Adaptive Bathroom

August 10, 2021 - by Pippa Stacey
Today I want to focus on my bathroom, and share some of the aids and life hacks I’ve used to adapt my non-adaptive bathroom for my individual needs.

Bath Lifts Vs Walk-in Baths - Which is Best?

September 25, 2020 - by Jon Wade
We offer two ways to bathe independently, walk-in baths, and bath lifts. Both have their advantages and disadvantages, so let's run through the main pros and cons of each to help you decide which is best for your personal needs.

What Is Faecal Incontinence And How Is It Managed?

July 15, 2019 - by Jon Wade
Faecal incontinence is when a person can no longer control their bowel movements, and are prone to regular accidents. Here we provide help and solutions.

Toilet Seats That Help People With Mobility Issues Use The Bathroom

July 15, 2019 - by Jim Powell
A combination of a weaker and less mobile joints, blood pressure problems and general frailty can make using the bathroom difficult. Here's some solutions.

How To Make Your Bathroom More Accessible

May 30, 2019 - by Jim Powell
The smallest room in the house is also the one that requires the greatest amount of mobility. Bathrooms are simply not designed for those with mobility problems and their size can make it very difficult to put in place a perfect solution. There are many excellent products that can easily be installed that will turn any standard bathroom into an accessible toilet and wash room. As you can see fr...

Which Bath Lifts Are Best For Your Mobility Needs?

January 23, 2019 - by Jim Powell
If you’re looking to purchase a bath lift to help you get in and out of the tub then it’s important to know there’s more than one type available. To help you decide which one will suit your needs and preferences the best here’s a rundown of bath lift types and their advantages.

Bath Lift Maintenance Tips for Keeping Your Lift in Top Shape

March 06, 2018 - by Jim Powell
A bath lift is a sizeable purchase so making it last is essential to getting your moneys worth. Fortunately, bath lift maintenance can keep it in top shape.

Mobility Friendly Bathrooms on a Budget: Home Disabled Bathrooms

December 27, 2017 - by Jim Powell
Remodelling a bathroom is expensive when you need to make it mobility accessible, but these mobility friendly products won't break the bank.

Recovering From A Broken Arm or Leg? We're Here To Help

April 07, 2017 - by Jim Powell

Breaking an arm or a leg is painful but easily corrected given time and rest. The biggest problem is that it is such a nuisance, inhibiting many of your daily activities for several weeks. Making a meal, going to work and even showering/bathing can be problematic.

How To Shower Safely and Avoid Slips and Falls

March 10, 2017 - by Jim Powell
While having a good soak in the bath feels like a luxury, it does use a lot of water and takes time you won’t always have. Most of us shower every day – it’s a quick in and out. But for some who struggle with mobility, it can be difficult to have a shower, especially if you have a typical shower-bath combination rather than a separate shower unit or walk-in model. The following CareCo shower ac...