Designer Walk In Shower Benefits

Why Use a Walk-in Shower?

Choose the Safe, Comfortable, and Affordable Bathroom Option

At Independent Home, it’s our mission to keep older adults and those with mobility issues safe in their homes, and it all begins by giving you a safer bathroom experience. We want you to continue living independently and happily in your home, the place where you’ve made your memories, for years to come.

Our walk-in showers have industry-leading safety features, are easy to access and use, and provide homeowners with the comfort they need to reduce stress. Our designer showers achieve this affordably compared to other options and brands. What are the benefits of walk-in showers?

Walk-in Showers are a Safer bathing Options

Falls are the leading cause of injury and injury death in adults 65 and older in the U.S., according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). They can lead to many consequences for adults 65 an older, including:

• Death (falls were the 11th leading cause of death in 2018)
• Injury (broken bones, etc.)
• Traumatic brain injuries
• Emergency room visits
• Expensive healthcare costs

80% of falls occur in the bathroom, and a walk-in shower from Independent Home can help keep you safe with its numerous safety features:

• Low Profile Entry Threshold or “Zero Threshold” Entry
• Wheelchair ramps
• Customizable Base with Non-Slip Floors
• Stylish Wall Panel Options
• Ergonomic 18” or 24” Grab Bars
• Comfortable ADA-Compliant Seating
• Extendable Shower Heads
• Polished Chrome Designer Faucets
• Shower Caddies
• Shower Curtain Rods

For Many, Walk-in Showers are the Most Affordable Option

As individuals age, many find themselves considering assisted living or in-home care, both of which come with hefty price tags. The expenses associated with these services, particularly when compared to the more economical choice of a walk-in shower, become apparent.

Walk-in Showers vs. Assisted Living

Assisted living facilities in the U.S. average around $4,500 per month for a private one-bedroom apartment, totaling approximately $54,000 annually. In stark contrast, walk-in showers are priced at less than a third of that cost.

Walk-in Showers vs. In-Home Care

The median cost for in-home care services hovers around $26 per hour in the U.S. Assuming a minimum of 7 hours per week, this equates to a monthly expenditure of approximately $788 or $9,456 annually—representing a recurring cost for the rest of one’s life. The cumulative savings from choosing a walk-in shower grow annually.

Walk-in Showers vs. Living with Children or Family

While moving in with family incurs fewer monetary expenses, the emotional and logistical stress can be significant. Opting for independent living with a walk-in shower proves to be a more tranquil and health-conscious approach to aging.

Many older adults are forced to move to assisted living or pay for in-home care as they get older. These services are expensive, especially when compared to the costs of a walk-in tub.