Most of us hope to remain in our homes or communities as we age. For some, being able to age in place comfortably may require a few home upgrades, including a walk-in ...

Because of my back pain and mobility problems, I’m interested in getting a walk-in bathtub that’s safe and easy to get in and out of. What all can you tell me about walk-in tubs, and can you recommend ...

Home is the place where you're supposed to feel safest. But as you get older, fall risks lurk everywhere: on loose stairs, in cluttered hallways, and especially in the bathroom. Falls are the number ...

Everyone enjoys a relaxing bath or an invigorating shower. But for the elderly or disabled, traditional bathtubs and showers can present a safety challenge. Taking that first step into a bathtub or ...

When Amanda Welch meets with new clients, 7 times out of 10 they’ll ask, “Do we take out the bathtub?” “People say that a lot. A lot,” says Welch, owner of Brooks Vale Design in Woodinville. “It’s one ...

Sandra Gordon is a journalist specializing in health and medicine for consumers and healthcare providers. Her work has appeared in major magazines and websites, including Prevention, Parents, Medical ...