How to Create a Home Spa for People with Disabilities

“For the care receiver, it can feel like an invasion of privacy and a loss of independence, leading to emotional battles around bath time.

“For the caregiver, the physical maneuvering and potential safety hazards (of bathing another adult) can make the challenge even greater.”

• Bathing Can Be Stressful for People with Disabilities or Limited Mobility
• For People with Disabilities, Bathing Can Feel Like an Invasion of Privacy
• Before You Begin Home Spa Treatments for Someone…
• How to Turn Bath Time Into a Home Spa Experience? Do What the Experts Do
• For a True Home Spa Experience, Focus on One Task At a Time
• Is Getting Into a Bath a Struggle? Try Bathing in Bed or a Sponge Bath
• For the Best Home Spa Experience, Respect the Bather’s Modesty and Dignity