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Challenge and Solution - Creating a No-Modification Accessible Bathing Solution

by Travis Howell

The Challenge

A family needed a safe and accessible way for a loved one with mobility challenges to use their bathtub without making permanent modifications. They did not want to convert their existing tub into a roll-in accessible shower, either due to budget constraints, living in a rental, or preferring to keep their bathroom unchanged.

The Accessible Solution

To provide a cost-effective and non-permanent alternative, we installed a 27.5” Fold-Up Grab Bar with an optional toilet paper holder and introduced the Sliding Transfer Shower Commode Chair—a versatile and practical solution for individuals with limited mobility.

How It Works

  1. Dual-Purpose Chair – The patient begins their day seated in the Sliding Transfer Shower Commode Chair, which can be rolled over the toilet for morning hygiene needs.

  2. Effortless Shower Transition – When it's time to shower, the chair is simply rolled up to the tub or shower entrance.

  3. Seamless Sliding System – The seat slides on a secure track, allowing the user to be easily transferred over the bathtub wall or shower lip without additional lifting or complex transfers.

  4. Return & Docking – After the shower, the user slides back to the original docking position, where the chair seamlessly converts back into a rolling shower chair.

Why This Solution Stands Out

✅ No Permanent Modifications Required – Ideal for rentals, limited budgets, or end-of-life care scenarios where a major remodel isn't practical.
✅ Cost-Effective – This system is about 1/3 the cost of modifying a tub or shower for accessibility.
✅ Premium Quality & Durability – Made in the USA from aircraft-grade aluminum, ensuring strength, longevity, and corrosion resistance.
✅ Space-Saving Design – The fold-up grab bar provides support when needed but can be folded away to maintain bathroom aesthetics and function.
✅ Reduces Transfers & Strain – By eliminating unnecessary lifts, this system improves safety and ease for both the patient and caregiver.

A Smart, Versatile Accessibility Solution

This innovative shower transfer system provides a safe, dignified, and non-invasive way to enhance bathroom accessibility without altering the home’s structure. It’s a practical choice for families seeking convenience, affordability, and adaptability in their bathing solutions.

If you or a loved one need a non-modification accessibility solution, we’re here to help! Contact us today to learn more about our Sliding Transfer Shower Commode Chair and other home accessibility products.

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