Not all of our products are eligible for VAT relief, so we are obliged to charge VAT for those products even after you complete this form. Bath steps provide a step-like platform on the outside of the bath, lessening the height you need to lift your legs to get into the bath. These fix to the wall behind the taps and rest on the bath rims. When sitting in the bath, the rail will be directly in front of you at about chest height. In this position it will provide stability whilst in the bath. The rail should only have downward pressure applied so the weight is taken by the bath rim; it is not designed for you to pull on to sit down or stand up from the base of the bath (Pain et al 2003). You have to sit undressed on the seat in the bath till it fills up, and then let the water out before you get out as you can’t open the door with the water still in there. This means sitting there wet and cold while the water drains.

Plastic covered foam cushions can be used to line the bath to make someone who is frail more comfortable, or to increase your safety if you have involuntary movements. Shaped cushion inserts are also available for some of the moulded plastic bath seats and lifts. The seating unit has a plastic seat which is easy to clean and drainage holes sized for safety. The base frame has plastic ends and positioning screws to prevent movement. For those looking to enjoy a warm soak, using a bath seat can be just the thing you need. Bath seats for the elderly make bathing a fully comfortable experience for those who have mobility issues and need reliable support for making bathing easier. Bath seats for adults in a range of types

Representing outstanding value for money, the Width Adjustable Swivel Bath Seat is a fully adjustable, high quality swivel bath seat that is as versatile as it is functional. The horizontal rail can be used in combination with a bath board. The user may benefit from holding the rail while they sit on the board, then turn and lift their legs in/out of the bath. If more able, you may choose to use the bath board and seat to move down, step by step, into the bath. The board and seat can then be removed by a carer, to allow you to stretch out in the bath. Significant effort is required to reverse the process to get out of the bath. If you fail to return any VAT exemption forms to us we WILL charge your card for the outstanding VAT.

Bath boards may not fit baths with irregular shaped sides, corner tiling etc. If this is a problem then a wall-mounted bath board may be an option. Ensure that the wall is strong enough to take the weight of this type of rail. Care should be taken that you never bend down underneath the rail (e.g. to reach your feet) when sat in the bath as you could trap your head under the rail. The base frame is made from avery robust aluminium and is non slip with non marking rubber ends.The aluminium frame is non corrosive and has a plastic blow moulded seat which is not just robust but also easy to clean. These use a rechargeable battery to power the lifting motor. The battery must be recharged regularly. Some have a safety system which will not allow the seat to lower to the bottom of the bath if there is not enough remaining battery power to raise the seat fully to the top again. Some have an emergency stop mechanism.These bath lifts can be removed for relocation or to allow another member of the family to use the bath. However, their weight and the rubber suction pads can make them difficult to remove. Some models have detachable components making the bath lift easier and safer to handle. The Width Adjustable Swivel Bath Seat rotates through 360 degrees ensuring the user has a safer, easier and more comfortable means of accessing the bath, greatly improving access when washing. with a physical or mental impairment which has a long-term and substantial adverse effect upon his/her ability to carry out everyday activities;

If you experience difficulty turning your taps on and/or off due to a weak or painful grip, you may wish to consider trying tap turners. These fit onto the top of your existing taps. Most are designed for a particular type of tap (e.g. for cross or bar head taps or for round heads). They are usually colour coded red or blue for hot and cold taps. Some boards are designed with integral handgrips which may be useful when moving onto and off the board. Some boards have a cut-away section or a dip at the front to make personal cleaning easier. the aftercare of the equipment, particularly servicing and maintenance if the bath has moving parts

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There are long handled washing and personal care equipment and hand and foot care aids available, designed to help make it easier to reach parts of your body when washing with less stretching or bending. If mobility and transfers are difficult for you, you may need to consider changing your environment, adapting or building a bathroom which will meet your needs, or installing equipment that will help you and a carer if you require one. This is a potentially intrusive and stressful experience, but if well planned, could provide you with a long-lasting solution. If you are planning a new purpose-built accessible bathroom, be aware of the requirements of building regulations and design standards.

Depending on the kind and design of the alternative bath, you are advised to consider the need for installing additional grab rails. You will need to ensure that your bath is strong enough, of the right dimensions, and safe for the installation of bathing equipment.In many areas a range of simple aids to daily living may be available on a prescription, issued by the assessor. If you receive a prescription for equipment you can take it to a local accredited retailer, which may be a local pharmacy, who will provide you with the item. You can pay extra for an alternative item, so long as it does what the specific item prescribed would do. Your choice may offer extra features, or perhaps you prefer its appearance. You don't have to physically buy the goods in person. If your parent, guardian or wife or husband buys the goods and services for you, then you won't be charged VAT. What counts as personal or domestic use?