As Susan DeMarois, director of the California Department of Aging, previously told HuffPost, most older adults want to age in place. But while the benefits of a continued sense of independence can be dignifying, the parameters for safe living change over time. One simple way to adapt to those changes is by making small, affordable updates at home, like adding fall-prevention tools.
Rather than relying on pure press-on suction cups, these grab bars are installed by twisting a lever to ensure all air is pushed out, firmly mounting on a tile or shower surface.
With a textured rubber for extra grip and large handles, these grips can help you or your loved ones balance better while in the shower. They don’t require tools to install — just place against a clean wall, firmly push and twist its lock — and they’re reusable, so you can move as needed.
The brand claims it can support up to 240 pounds, though it makes it very clear: these bars are for balance, not for supporting full body weight. Don’t let that deceive you, though; these are plenty strong grips. One person swears that they stick on so well, “I sometimes think they might pull the whole shower wall off.”
“These grab bars are incredible,” raves another user. “My son installed them with me, so we were able to position them exactly where I needed. They install easily and cling to the shower wall with intense, reliable power. I feel so safe getting in and out of my shower and recommend them highly to anyone, especially us seniors.”
