READER'S ROCK LIFESTYLE MAGAZINE VOL 2 ISSUE 4 NOVEMBER 2014 VOL 2 ISSUE 3 OCTOBER 2014 | Page 35

Chic storage ideas to corral
clutter
(ARA) - For today's generation of aging adults, individuality
and independence are values they've lived out for decades. As
the years go by, lifestyle changes become a necessity, due to
limited mobility and health concerns, but it doesn't necessarily
mean giving up personality.
Aging in place, in the comfort of your home, is a priority for
countless people. That often
means making adjustments to
your home, but some alterations
can contribute to making your
space feel more institutional and
less "you." A balance between
style and safety is the key - and
finding it is easier than you might
think.
One of the most hazardous rooms
in the home is the bathroom. Its
slippery surfaces and tendency to
be crowded with products and
objects makes it a hazard for
slipping, tripping and other
mishaps. As you consider making
alterations to your home that enhance security and safety, it's
the logical place to start.
* Clear away clutter. Bottles and jars and grooming tools
frequently crowd counters, closets and the corners of tubs and
showers. Make use of hangers, shelves and wall-mounted
baskets to keep things neatly tucked away, providing a cleaner
environment that's also better looking and less likely to cause
trips or spills.
* Bathe in safety. With limited mobility, moving in and out of
the tub can be difficult, if not downright dangerous. One
renovation solution to that problem is installing a walk-in tub.

Premier Care in Bathing, the leader in walk-in bathtubs, offers a
variety of tubs that homeowners can simply walk into, close the
water-tight door, and fill for a comfortable, relaxing bathing
experience. The company's Walk-in baths and EasyAccess showers
configure to your existing space and allow you to maintain the
look of your bathroom while enjoying greater ease.
* Choose rugs carefully. Bath mats and rugs are both functional
and decorative. They can add a splash of color while also
effectively collecting water that might otherwise pool on the floor
and lead to slipping. However, rugs that don't stay in place can
present a problem of their own and
lead you to trip. Opt for mats and
rugs that have non-skid backing,
but which still look harmonious
with the rest of your bathroom
decor.
* Bring things up to the right
height. Your bathroom routine can
be an active one, which can present
problems if your health limits your
ability to move or bend easily.
Having a commode and a sink at a
higher level that prevents you from
overexertion during your daily
routine will add to the comfort and
safety of your bathroom. And with
options like Premier Care in
Bathing's easy-access sink, you can integrate these new fixtures
into your room while maintaining your existing decorative theme.
One of the most important parts of maintaining independence
throughout aging is being able to uphold your sense of self. Taking
a holistic approach to creating a home environment that meets your
needs but still expresses who you are enables you to live life as
you choose for a long time to come. For a free brochure including
more information about Walk-in bathtubs and other solutions for
making living at home more convenient, visit
premiercarebathing.com/saferbathing or call 888-378-7953.