The Longleaf guide · Planning checklist
A more comfortable bathroom
Review the room, product fit, and assistance needs with your care team.
Home routine illustration
01Measure the space
- Measure the shower or tub floor, entry opening, and threshold. Note doors that swing into the space.
- Check where water connections, drains, and fixtures sit. Consider where a caregiver would stand.
- Check the floor and surrounding surfaces. A product should not obstruct a clear route.
02Check product fit
- Confirm manufacturer dimensions, rated weight capacity, and adjustment range.
- A shower chair and transfer bench solve different tasks. Ask which matches the person’s transfer needs.
- Confirm toilet and tub compatibility before choosing a raised seat, safety frame, or clamp-on rail.
03Plan safe use
- Review setup and cleaning instructions before use.
- Discuss balance, ability to sit, and the assistance required with the care team.
- Keep instructions accessible and arrange appropriate help for installation.
This is general shopping and planning information, not an assessment or treatment plan. Product suitability must be confirmed using manufacturer guidance and advice from a qualified professional.