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Understanding ADA Door Openers - A Beginners Guide ADA-related automatic doors are split into two power classes: "high energy" and "low energy". "High Energy" refers to the more powerful of the two. Here's how the system works and what it takes to install one.  A high energy / full-powered door opens fast and forcefully on its own, triggered automatically when it senses someone approaching — think of grocery store sliders or the swing doors at a hospital entrance. Because it moves qui …

It's a common problem and a common call we get here at CareProdx.com: Help! The water from my accessible shower is running out on the bathroom floor. What can I do? The Problem Curbless and roll-in showers improve accessibility. Water escaping onto the bathroom floor creates slip hazards. Excess moisture can damage flooring and walls. Water stoppers provide a simple solution without major remodeling. What Is a Shower Water Stopper? Flexible rubber or silicone barrier Mounted at sho …

ADA Door Requirements: A Practical Overview The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) establishes accessibility standards that help ensure people with disabilities can safely and independently enter and move throughout public buildings and commercial facilities. While specific requirements vary depending on the application, ADA-compliant doors generally focus on clear access, ease of operation, and sufficient maneuvering space for wheelchair users. Clear Opening Width ADA standards typically req …

If you or a loved one requires assistance with bathing, it's worth considering investing in a rolling shower chair. These chairs are equipped with wheels that allow for movement from one location to another. They provide a convenient way for your parents to transfer between their bedroom and bathroom ensuring they can shower comfortably and independently. There are benefits that a rolling shower chair can offer to your parents including; 1. Minimizing the risk of slips. Falls in the bathroom as …

Walk-In Tubs seem like a great idea, however they do have significant drawback.  Here is a list of things to consider before you purchase. Sitting cold while it fills and drains. This is the #1 gripe. You have to be inside the tub before the water starts and can't open the door until it's fully drained. Filling takes ~6–20 min and draining ~10–15 min, so you sit there wet and chilly the whole time. Cheaper models without fast-fill/quick-drain pumps are the worst offend …

One of the comments we hear on a regular basis is, "I don't know what seat height I need".  And yet seat height is a critical measurement and when it's not right, it can render your shower chair practically useless. Hear are the factors that a person should consider when trying to choose the right rolling shower chair seat height. 1.  Will the user be transferring from a wheelchair or bed to their rolling shower chair?  If that is the case, in all probability you will want to choo …

Creating an accessible property is no longer just a “nice extra.” For many landlords and property managers, accessibility improvements help attract and retain tenants, reduce liability concerns, improve property value, and create safer, more comfortable spaces for everyone. Whether you own an apartment complex, office building, retail center, or mixed-use property, improving accessibility can make a major difference in the daily lives of residents, customers, employees, and …