Choosing the Right Builder Matters When investing in your home — whether through a bathroom adaptation, mobility installation, or general renovation — choosing the right contractor can make all the difference. With horror stories of rogue traders and substandard work still too common, it’s essential to look for builders who are backed by reputable accreditation bodies. At Home Solutions SW …
Why Accessible Bathrooms Matter As we grow older or face mobility challenges, maintaining independence at home becomes a priority. One of the most critical areas to address is the bathroom — a space that can be both hazardous and difficult to navigate for individuals with limited mobility. Future-proofing your home by installing an accessible bathroom ensures safety, comfort, and convenience …
Large accessible toilets for severely disabled people – known as Changing Places – will be made compulsory for new buildings in England from 2021. Shopping centres, supermarkets, sports and arts venues will be required to include at least one Changing Place. This decision has been hailed as “nothing short of life changing” by accessibility campaigners. Standard accessible toilets do not …
Has your tile grout seen better days? Perhaps you are struggling to use your conventional bathroom because of impaired mobility? Maybe it is time to revitalise your bathroom and make some changes to make life easier. More and more people are turning to specialised bathroom and level access installation experts. Removing a bath and replacing it with a shower might …
5 ways to make your bathroom easier to use We are all living longer and Government statistics indicate it’s likely we will be living in our own homes longer too. So, planning to adapt our homes to be more suitable as we age is a good idea. As we get older, our mobility can deteriorate. Loss of mobility and balance …
Home Solutions has some exciting news for those who are aged over 60 or registered with a disability. You could be entitled to VAT reductions on mobility aids and bathroom adaptations. Many people are unaware that there are VAT reductions on lots of goods for the over 60’s, and if you have a long term illness or are registered with …
Approximately 28-35% of people aged 65 and over fall each year, increasing to 32-42% for those over 70 years of age. Studies have shown that one of the most common places for falls within the home is the bathroom, due to the excess moisture and slippery surfaces found there. Although bathroom falls can’t be eradicated, they can be significantly reduced …
Everyone goes to the bathroom, and everyone needs to clean up afterward. That’s where a bidet-toilet can come in handy. Although the bidet has been a common bathroom feature for a long time throughout Europe and Asia, it has only started to become more common in the UK in recent years. Recently, there has been an increase in internet searches for …
Caring for a loved one can be emotionally and physically challenging. Adapting your home can make some of the day-to-day tasks easier to manage. Here Alan Kingdon from Home Solutions, explains how a few changes to your bathroom can make a big difference. It’s important to consider both the needs of the carer and of the person being cared for. …
Developing dementia can be an anxious and challenging time not just for the person affected, but for family and friends too. However, daily living can be made easier for the whole family with some specialist home adaptations. “Families living with dementia are likely to need support and there are many local groups out there who work hard to provide it, …
