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An overview of assisted bathing technology

Gordon Farmiloe, managing director, Gainsborough Specialist Bathing, describes how innovations in specialist bath design are helping to meet the needs of those service providers that are responsible for the care of people with dementia

There are a multitude of specialist products available to assist carers who bathe semi- and non-ambulant residents with dementia in care homes. These include power assisted baths, adapted showering solutions and accessible wet rooms with level access. In terms of baths, there are a range of designs that include variable height adjustment, bather transfer seats, reclining functionality and specialist sensory features that can be particularly beneficial to people with Alzheimer’s or other types of dementia. 

When selecting a bath, it is essential that care providers fully consider the needs of residents, the care tasks that need to be undertaken and how operational costs can be optimised. Only by discussing individual requirements with a specialist bath supplier can the most appropriate solutions be recommended. This is critical for maximising care, minimising risk and ensuring efficient performance. 

Healthcare procurement and management teams can benefit in several ways from selecting an original equipment manufacturer to supply a specialist bath. Manufacturers can offer more choice and a greater range of bespoke solutions to meet the rapidly evolving challenges faced by service providers  and can do so faster. They may also offer greater access to specialist options for advanced care, resulting in solutions that deliver a more rewarding and engaging bathing solution. 

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