Quit worrying about slides and tumbles with new accessible bathroom fixtures, that make showering and bathing substantially simpler and safer for people that are elderly.

Question 1

1) Is there a way to get Jacuzzi jets in my tub?

Yes. Be cautious of the quantity of water and also air that comes out of the jets to ensure it is the appropriate amount that will soothe your sore muscles and aches using a massage sensation. Jets may be positioned to target specific areas to provide for the greatest effects. Many Rockville customers take pleasure in the therapeutic effect of having jets installed in their walk-in bathtub for an extensive array of medical conditions that gain from the relaxation that is added.

Question 2

2) How do walk in bathtubs work?

When you go into the walk in tub, you close the doorway and seal it by pulling on the handle toward you. Make sure the handle is locked so as to avoid any water loss. There are several types of handles depending on the version you decide to buy. Make sure it's a handle that you can easily operate. Then, the floor drain shut and ensure the anti-scald device has been preset before utilizing the bathtub. Your bath is prepared once the bathtub fills to the desired depth. Be sure to familiarize yourself with the operating instructions to judge which speed works best for your needs, if you're planning on using jets. Makers might also recommend a maximum time of use. When you have finished your bath, remove the drain depending on the kind of drain or turn the overflow knob you have to drain the water. Pull on the bath handle and leave the bath.

Question 3

3) Will AARP cover the cost of equipment and installation?

AARP isn't a provider of insurance, but contracts with insurance companies to make coverage available to AARP members. AARP does not make individuals health plan recommendations and does not cover the cost of walk in tubs or some well-being needs. AARP does provide coverage like other health plans and Medicare Supplement Insurance and access to health care tools to members as a resource, but member advantages are given by third parties. Check with the plans that are listed in Maryland under AARP's membership services.

Question 4

4) How do walk-in tubs drain?

Some systems apply a gravity just drainage system, while other makers offer power-assisted drainage systems. Usually, the drainage system in a walk-in bath is attached to the normal tub drain, which is threaded into a horizontal pipe called a waste shoe. The shoe is sealed under its flange using a foam washer or putty. Comparing double drain options to quick drain choices is significant when considering that most walk in tubs take between 2 and 3 minutes to drain which requires that the temperature in the room be comfortable while they wait. Some attributes may cost you more, so it is almost always wise to ask. Finally, get to know the difference between frameless tubs and framed baths since frameless tubs tend to drain quicker than framed tubs, because they do not alter the drain height of your existing bath. Framed tubs are constructed on a steel frame and also the base of the bathtub is dangled off the ground. Frameless tubs are made with an extra-strength form that does not necessitate a steel frame and the bottom of the bath isn't suspended in the air.

Question 5

5) Why are these tubs so much more expensive than normal tubs?

Largely you are paying for a listing of safety features which are not available on a regular bathtub. These safety features are built into walk in baths for persons with limited freedom to decrease the possibility of falling down. An important part of walk-in tubs is that there's a low step threshold to permit a user to easily enter into the bathtub unconcerned concerning the typical high wall of a regular bathtub. The walk in tubs also usually contain a cleaning function, jet treatment, and enhanced drain alternatives. Additionally, one of the reasons why the cost varies among the walk-in baths is that the tubs are custom made depending on an individual 's demands rather than factory reproduced, in order to find a bathtub that's especially made for somebody who wants wheelchair access, a bath that fits a larger person, or a soaker tub with jets.

Question 6

6) Can I make one of these myself?

Yes, but most folks don't start from scratch, they begin with a bathtub conversion kit. There are instructions available on how exactly to convert your existing bathtub into a walk in bath. We recommend that you simply understand just how to use the proper tools in order that you just don't end up with a non-working bath. There are firms that understand just how to turn your bath more handicap along with your home reachable for less of an investment than other options. As Maryland installers, we know how to direct you in the right direction, so please ask us for a consultation so we are able to help you make your home fulfill your current wants, particularly if you have recently become disabled or are supplying an aged person care-giving in their house or your home.

Question 7

7) Can I convert my existing bathtub into a walk-in one?

Yes. There are instructions available on how to convert your existing bathtub into a walk-in bath. We recommend that you just know the best way to use the tools that are right so that you just do not end up with a non-working bathtub. There are businesses in Rockville that know how to turn your handicap that is tub more and your house accessible for less of an investment than alternatives. As installers, we understand how to point you in the right direction, so please ask us for a consultation so we are able to help you make your house fulfill your current wants, particularly if you've recently become disabled or are providing an elderly individual care-giving in their house or your house.

Question 8

8) What types of financing are available in Maryland if insurance doesn't cover home modifications?

The American Elder Care Research Organization lists several other financial assistance paths to take into account when searching for aid to purchase your walk-in tub. (1) The US Department of Agriculture helps low income and elderly residents of rural areas make home modifications to enable aging in position. The USA Rural Development program is also called the Section 504 plan, the Very Low-Income Housing Repair program and the RD 504 Loan Program. The alterations may include a walk-in tub. There are age, income and geographic requirements to participate. Then, you can click on your county plus a list of service centers including phone numbers will pop up. (2) For a non-Medicaid state financial assistance system for the elderly, you can check this list to determine whether there are any that contain home modifications. https://www.payingforseniorcare.com/home-modifications/state-assistance-programs.html (3) Rebuilding Together, a national non profit that can possibly cancel the installation costs of a walk in bathtub, can be a good resource. Contact them at http://www.togetherwetransform.org/find-your-local-affiliate (4)There are other options to consider. The IRS may determine that your home modification qualifies for tax deductions as a dental and medical expense. There are also qualifications in order to claim an individual who needs care as a dependent. Phone the Internal Revenue Service to find out when you can deduct the price of installing your walk in bath. IRS Publication 502 is a great resource that can help you estimate whether altering your toilet qualifies you to deduct it as a medical expense. You may also phone them at (800) 829-1040. (5) The National Resource Center on Supportive Housing and Home Modification can also assist you to locate help to cover home modifications. Just click here to find out more http://gero.usc.edu/nrcshhm/ (6) Your local Independent Living Center (ILC) is a useful resource for suggestions on how to pay for your modifications. Just click here to learn more about this option http://resnaprojects.org/allcontacts/statewidecontacts.html.

Question 9

9) Is there a way to re-sell the tub once we are done with it?

You can re sell or locate used walk in baths being sold online. However, many people generally want to ensure that they are purchasing a walk-in bathtub that personally meets their needs for the long-term. They're much less inclined to take a big risk by paying the removal of their existing bath and all of the costs related to transportation without assurance and a bit more investment in quality along with the status of their purchase. There isn't actually a big marketplace for plumbing fixtures that are used. Eventually, should you believe you might try and resell your walk-in bathtub, the next buyer might want to understand if the lifetime warranty is extended to other owners too or if they are going to need to cover the costs connected with a door seal or other part damages that may occur with use.

Question 10

10) Will AETNA cover the cost of equipment and installation in Maryland?

Aetna doesn't cover walkin tubs under their plans that are conventional in Maryland. They typically follow Medicare's standards for durable medical equipment (DME) items used in the toilet. In the event the member is bed- confined or room - confined some DMEs are considered necessary, as opposed to a public toilet. DMEs are considered medically necessary if it's vital for daily activities and is primarily medical in nature. Since bathing considered vital and is considered a daily living activity, Aetna lists bathroom items which are considered necessary if a member is not able to bathe or shower without being seated or unable to transfer to and from a bathtub.

Question 11

11) What sort of guarantees are there that these tubs won’t leak and damage my Rockville house?

Consumer Affairs urges that an owner that is initial buy a lifetime warranty to give peace of mind to buyers about leaks. Also, ask if the lifetime warranty is extended to other owners as well. For a set amount of years, this will be included for Maryland home setups.

Question 12

12) How do I know these tubs will fully seal and not leak out all over the floor?

Initial testing and appropriate setup should offer you a leak proof experience, nonetheless there are incidents that customers report where they experienced outflows. Under suitable circumstances, the weight of the water should compress the door seal making it totally leak proof. Some units include another drain below the entrance door to help prevent escapes if the door does leak. If this feature is contained inquire. We highly recommend that you simply get a lifetime guarantee, since it covers the door in the case of a leak along with the seal. Some people replace the door seal on a walk-in bath themselves. In addition, it's vital that you take great attention of the walk in bathtub door when the tub is not in use to prevent early failure of the seal. Wiping down the door seal and door jamb after every use can maintain the integrity of the water seal. Follow the maintenance as well as care instructions.

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