Make Your Bathroom Functional for Years to Come

If you plan to stay in your home for several more years, now’s the time to start making small home improvements that’ll add up to easy access for family members of all ages and abilities. Run through AARP’s Bathroom Checklist [1] to assess the current state of your bath, and then select home improvements that will make the space safer and easier to use. These can include installation of a wider entry door (32 inches is the standard for optimum access), easy-to-grasp door and cabinet hardware, rocker light switches, grab bars, and a shower fixture with a removable, hand-held shower head.