The Importance of Grab Bars for Your Home

Creating a safe and accessible home doesn’t always have to be an overwhelming, daunting process. Sometimes the simplest additions can make a huge difference. One of the easiest and most effective ways to make your home safer is by having grab bars installed. They can provide support and stability in so many areas of the home, such as the bathroom and stairways. Let the experts GreenLight Mobility in Philadelphia be your support in choosing the best grab bar solutions for your home.

First of all, what is a grab bar? A grab bar is a safety device that can prevent falls by providing balance and stability. They are usually metal, like stainless steel, or sometimes a durable plastic material and come in a variety of sizes, shapes, and finishes. It is essential to make sure they are installed correctly to ensure they can safely support an individual in need of assistance with standing up, sitting down, balance, mobility etc. Having property installed grab bars in the home can do the following for someone:

• Prevent Falls and Injuries: Falls are proven to be one of the leading causes of injury in the home. This especially applies to senior citizens or any person with compromised mobility. Grab bars can provide stability and significantly reduce the risk of slipping and falling.  

• Promote Independence: Someone with limited mobility and family members can breathe a sigh of relief due the freedom that grab bars can provide. They give a person the ability to move around their home without assistance and without the fear of falling or requiring help to stand up and move around. It is small things that this that make a massive difference in the quality of life for a person.

• Provide Comfort and Confidence: We often take for granted being able to go about our everyday routines without any worries. Having any sense of fear of falling can make it challenging and extremely uncomfortable to maintain a routine. This simple addition to a home and give someone enough reassurance to confidently and comfortably live a normal life with less risk and stress.

Grab bars can be installed in many areas of the home. These are just a few places to consider:

• Bathroom: The majority of slips and falls happen in the bathroom due to so many slippery surfaces. Grab bars installed inside and outside of the shower/tub, around the toilet area, and sink area are all great ideas. These will all assist with sitting, standing, and safely transitioning between different areas of the bathroom.  

• Stairways and Hallways: Even with a railing, stairways and hallways can still be dangerous. Consider installing grab bars for additional support and balance, especially for stairs with high or low steps. They can even be installed where there are landings and can be helpful when transferring from one set of stairs to another.

• Entryways and Doorways: Doorways and door frames are always a good idea since there is a good chance you will be carrying something in or out of the home/room, which can throw off your balance.

GreenLight Mobility of Greater Philadelphia is here to be your resource for high-quality grab bars. Contact us for an expert consultation on the best grab bar options and locations for your home. Our technicians are trained to ensure the installation process meets all safety requirements so you are able to use your grab bars worry free. Our priority is your safety!