Is a walk-in tub the only way to stop climbing in?
Bathroom safety and accessibility choices for Jacksonville, FL, when the tub wall is the problem.
Jacksonville is the largest city by land area in the contiguous United States. Still, the stretch that worries you is the climb into your own tub, and you would like to stay home without dreading bath time. A walk-in tub is the idea everyone mentions, and you want to know what else could work.
That climb is the whole issue. It is the part of the day that asks the most of your knees and your balance. You lift your leg high, shift your weight, and land on a slick tub floor, all at once. A walk-in tub handles it with a door that opens. The other answers handle it by lowering the way in, or by adding a place to sit and something to hold.
The usual alternatives are a walk-in shower with a low or barrier-free entry, a tub-to-shower conversion, and a built-in seat with grab bars. A built-in seat and grab bars can also go into a new walk-in shower. In Jacksonville we have installed a walk-in tub and replaced a shower and a bathtub. The price is set in the home and depends on the size and layout, the base, the walls and finish, the fixture finish and extras like shelves. Installation can be done in as little as one day.
This week, decide whether you still want to soak or would rather just shower. Then call Love Your Bath. A designer comes to your Jacksonville home, whether that is in Riverside, San Marco or out on the Northside. The designer listens to what is hard and builds a custom plan with options and a free quote. You pick the colors, finishes and safety features from there.
Then getting clean stops being a chore you brace for. Sabrina P. writing about the Jacksonville area, said the team "removed the builder's small, creeky tub and installed walk-in shower." Your version might keep a tub or lose it, as long as getting in feels steady to you. Whatever you pick is set up around how you move now.
What people in Jacksonville say
"Jared was a Fantastic representative! He was on time, professional, fun to work with, very informed. And showed me just about every option there was. He worked with me to match my existing tile in the bathroom. Also gave us some great ideas for safety and aging in place in the home. He recognized my husband as a veteran and thanked him for his service. Call Jared! He's the best!"
"Paul C., our Love Your Bath sales consultant, was punctual to the appointment, regarded and respected our Leave Your Shoes at the door sign and was friendly and easy-going the entire visit. He listened to our expectations, provided an informative presentation and gave us a quote of the project. We were satisfied with the visit from Paul and we look forward to working with him in the future."
"Had a Garden Tub to Walk in shower conversion . Tristan was the installer. He did this 2 day job by himself . I was very impressed with his skills during demo and install in a 3rd floor condo incased in concrete. He had to break out the jack hammer to complete the drain. Once completed the Shower is awesome. Thank you Paul G"
Other things people in Jacksonville ask
will medicare pay for a walk-in tub
Original Medicare generally does not pay for walk-in tubs or bathroom remodels, because they are not counted as medical equipment. Some Medicare Advantage plans offer extra home safety benefits, so call your plan and ask what it covers. We will not promise coverage, but we will give you a written quote you can take to your plan, and we can talk about financing at the design visit.
how to get a free walk-in tub for seniors
Free walk-in tub offers are rare and usually come with conditions. Some people get help through VA benefits, local aging or home-repair programs; it depends on your situation, so check with those programs directly. We do not promise coverage, but we offer special pricing for veterans and financing, and we will give you a written quote to bring to any program.
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