Dignity & Independence – That’s what a well-designed, functional, bathroom offers its user. Each of us, when designing our bathroom, look at fixtures and finishes that will enhance and improve our lives, and the safety of those using the bathroom.
As an accredited NDIS provider, we know this is doubly true for people with mobility challenges. Creating an attractive, and functioning bathroom, for someone in a wheelchair, or who uses mobility aides, is neither stressful, nor expensive, when you hire the right Team.
At Melbourne Building Works (MBW), we work with assessors, and occupational therapists, to ensure our clients have everything they need, while still focused on delivering the bathroom retreat everyone deserves.
Using a toilet, stepping into a bath, or having a shower can be dangerous and challenging tasks for those with limited mobility, that’s where we, as NDIS Specialist Disability Accommodation & Home Modification experts, can help. Depending on your needs, your occupational therapist will often recommend bathroom changes — big and small — to ensure your safety, while giving you greater independence.
The NDIS provides funding for a range of modifications, for example:
- Widening doorways to allow for the passage of a wheelchair or walker
- Adding GRAB BARS near the toilet, in the shower stall, or tub to make getting out of, or onto, certain surfaces easier, for those using the facilities.
- CUT-DOWN BATHS allowing easier access in and out.
- Selecting a raised toilet seat to make sitting down easier
- Solid, no-slip flooring and smoothing out the transition between bathroom flooring and bedroom/hallway flooring
- Lowering shelves and other storage areas, selecting a floating bathroom sink
- ANTI-SCOLDING DEVICES
- Removal of inward swinging shower door
- Installing sensor lights
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At Melbourne Building Works we’re skilled and experienced in carrying out home modifications that increase the quality of our client’s life, while also making their home safe, and secure.
Whether you’re just getting started with an NDIS plan, evaluating your therapy options, or would like to know more about how we can help you reach your goals, call us on 1300 020 382, email: info@melbournebuildingworks.com.au or connect with us via our website: www.melbournebuildingworks.com.au
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