As you get older, do you find it more difficult to sit and stand after using the toilet? You're not alone. It’s one of the common problems people face as they age. You might also have trouble making it to the bathroom on time. But there are several toileting aids that can help solve these challenges and let you stay independent!
Toilet Surrounds and Safety Frames: A sturdy frame that surrounds your toilet offering you a place to hold for support as you sit and stand.
Raised Toilets Seats: A higher seat makes it easier to sit and stand with less bending, reducing pain for people with arthritis.
Commodes: A portable toileting solution, you can keep a commode in your bedroom so you don’t need to walk as far at night, as you recover from an injury, or if you need a closer option.
Urinals: If you are unable to leave your bed, urinals offer a simple solution.
Grab Bars: Grab bars are another helpful option to give you support as you sit and stand from the toilet.
Find the best solution for your toileting needs!
The Best Toilet Surrounds and Safety Frames
Homecraft Adjustable Toilet Safety Frame
This height adjustable, economical safety frame easily mounts onto your existing toilet. The aluminum frame offers support for people arthritis or poor balance, and those recovering from hip or knee surgery.
Available in aluminum and bariatric steel, this height adjustable toilet surround has comfortable padded grips that you can hold as you sit and stand from the toilet. Plus, it’s easy to move to use with a different toilet or when not in use.
Worried about splashing? A splash guard can be fastened to your toilet to deflect any accidents.
The Best Raised Toilets Seats
Savanah Raised Toilet Seat
A raised toilet seat means less bending, making it easier to sit and stand from the toilet. Available as a 2”, 4”, or 6” riser, this seat is designed to fit standard toilets.
While some people prefer the convenience of an open seat, if you prefer a lid, here’s your best option! Also available in 2”, 4”, and 6” heights, this riser fits most sizes and shapes of toilets.
This riser combines additional height with supportive handles, two features designed to make sitting and standing from the toilet easier. It’s available in two versions, standard and elongated.
This 3-in-1 commode functions as a commode, a toilet safety frame, and a raised toilet seat, all in one product! The seat and cover clip off for easy cleaning. Plus, this commode includes a pail, splash guard, and lid.
Vinyl covered foam cushioning provides exceptional comfort on the removable backrest and clip off seat of this commode. Drop arms with a non-slip grip help make transfers easy. It includes a pail, splash guard, and lid.
Looking for additional features? This all-in-one aid can be used as a commode, toilet safety frame, or raised toilet seat. Sturdy and comfortable, it includes a snap-on seat, bucket with cover, and a splash guard.
If reaching is difficult, the Bottom Buddy is a useful toileting aid. The head grips any toilet paper or wipes. Then release it with the push of a button.
This bidet includes the latest technology. It features front and rear warm-water cleansing, a 3-in-1 nozzle, remote, deodorizer, night light, and more!
For a good grip even when wet, use an insulated grab bar. It can be used next to the toilet or for support when stepping in and out of the shower or bath.
This support rail mounts to the wall and provides a secure grip for users as they sit and stand from the toilet. When not in use, it folds flat against the wall to save space.
Prefer a different mounting option? This support rail mounts to the floor for support when you need it and it folds away for convenience when you don’t!
Need extra grip? Holdfast Grips can be used to improve your grip on your new or existing grab bars. The increased friction makes them perfect for dry and wet conditions.
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