My father, who lives with me, has his own bathroom here. Unfortunately, it was a bathroom that contained a combination tub/shower with a glass door. Because my father has difficulty with his balance and also has some neuropathy, we knew we needed a different set-up for him. It was dangerous for him to step over the side of the tub and I also had visions of him falling through the glass door. Changing the tub into just a shower would require major plumbing changes, so we looked into and purchased one of the newly advertised walk-in bath tubs.
These bath tubs are advertised as being great for elderly, disabled or mobility-impaired individuals. They are made of fiberglass or acrylic, are found in sizes ranging from 48″ X 28″ to 60″X32″ and are said to fit any bathroom. If the bathtub area is too big, there is an “extension kit” which essentially adds a shelf area to the tub. They each have a seat installed and there is also the option of choosing one that is complete with a hydrotherapy unit (we chose this option because my father has both arthritis and leg muscle cramps). The cost for these units can be in the thousands, so it is a fairly expensive purchase but can be one that enables a person to continue to live at home rather than in an assisted living facility.
Having experienced the walk-in tub for over 6 months, I am going to say that it was not the right choice for my father, but it may be a good choice for other senior citizens.
The positive aspects of it were the built-in anti-slip seat, the anti-slip tub floor, the low-level entry, the temperature control (it does not allow the temperature of the “hot” water to be hot enough to burn), the height on the sides of the tub which helps to keep my father from falling, the ease of cleaning the “unit” and the hydrotherapy.
The negative aspects of it are that it is an almost claustrophobic bathing experience when using the shower curtain, as the bathing area is very small. Additionally, if your bathroom is such that an extension (or shelf) is required, the shower curtain must sit on the inside of the tub making an even smaller bathing area.
This is definitely not a product that will enable a person with dementia to have more independence. It’s much too technical. Once entering the tub, there is a special lever that must be pulled in order to make the tub water-tight. My father is confused by the hand-held shower sprayer (doesn’t realize that it can be left hanging in its casing) and several times, I have heard him turn on the hydrotherapy jets without having any water in the tub (is a burnt-out motor in our near future?). He also forgets (with short-term memory, that means 2 minutes later) that the shower curtain must be on the inside of the tub itself, so very often, we are sopping up water from the floor after his shower (water on the bathroom floor contributes to slipping, as well.)
It is also NOT conducive to caregivers helping with the showering of the patients or loved-one. The sides are too high, thus contributing to back strain and the water does not stay in its designated area. If a caregiver was helping their loved-one to bathe (rather than shower), it would be fine.
I think this is probably a great product for those in their late 60s and 70s who may be “a little wobbly” and could use the extra support and also benefit from the hydrotherapy. I don’t think it’s a good product choice at all for those with dementia who are trying to continue to bathe on their own.
Your thoughts?
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I appreciate your sharing this info. I’ve eyed those in the past but wasn’t sure. Now I know it wouldn’t be a great option for us (my mom lives with me). Thanks! 🙂
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Donna Aust
Hi Donna,
Thank you for stopping by and making a comment. While the walk-in bath tub was not right for my father, I know that there are many senior citizens who would benefit from it . The hydrotherapy is an especially nice feature.
Now people know where to contact you to find out if the batht ub is a good choice for their own loved-one.
Shelley
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A tub such as this is better for a caregiver scenario, or if stepping over any threshold is not feasible. Further, a retracting showerhead wherein the cord is inside the frame of the tub is better for most.
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Providing a safe and easy access bathing does NOT require purchasing an entire new unit. The TubcuT is an affordable alternative and creates an opening in the side of the existing bathtub. The shower curtain continues to prevent water from splashing out onto the floor. This process can also remove the entire side of the existing bathtub allowing total shower access. The addition of a bath seat and grab bars provides additional safety and comfort. The TubcuT can be reveresed! restoring the bathtub back to it’s original condition preserving the value of the home for re-sale.
Just wanted to add a few comments to the above. The Tub Cut is a great product, however, if you are a bather, you will lose your bathtub with the installation of TubCut.
There is another product called the Safety Bath Door Insert Kit which converts an existing bathtub into a walk in bathtub with the insertion of a Door Insert. Your bathtub remains useable as a bathtub.
Showers are great but there is nothing that offers a good throrough clean feeling as well as relaxation, than a sit down bath.
Hello,
I am 86 years old and my knees aren’t what they once were.
I think the best temporary relief I have ever had was from a jacuzzi/whirlpool..
Unfortuantely I am not rich or have the means to pay for them.
What I did find which I could afford was a Walk-in Bath tubWalk-in Bath tub. I found some that had hydrotherapy jets that are great for my legs
http://www.ellasbubbles.com
I hope this helps other seniors that are out there looking for answers
Normally I would spam this type of reply, but I approved because I wanted to warn others about this type of testimonial. While Ella may indeed be an 86 year woman with knee problems, she did NOT buy a walk-in bath tub for less than what it would cost to buy a jacuzzi.
Walk-in bath tubs are expensive. I have seen very basic models for sale on the Costco website for approximately $4500.00 but that did not include the hardware, the jacuzzi jets, nor the installation. If you are lucky enough to have a family member with the ability to do the installation without cost, a walk-in bathtub could still have a pricetag of $7500.00. But often, contracting work also needs to be completed (rerouted plumbing, reinstallation of flooring, etc.).
Our walk-in bathtub ended up costing over $12,000.00 .
And again, please be aware that these bathtubs are not often easy to operate. If your elder has dementia, and you are not able to stand at the bathside to help, then this type of bath tub is not appropriate.
Shelley
Thank you so much for this information. As the 24/7 caregiver for my 91 yr old mom (physical problems and dementia) – I was interested in finding a way for her to enjoy a soak. However, this isn’t it. Plus the prices are absurd – I checked out one a few years ago and it would have taken $20,000 – think of it, a dishwasher (needing a motor, hot water, a sealed interior, etc.), costs $400 –
I am the CFO of Best Bath, we offer a line of walk in tubs and replacement accessible showers. While the walk-in tub you purchased was not right for you or your situation I’m a little confused by your inability to replace your tub shower with an accessible shower. I’m positive we offer a product that would have met your needs, visit our website and we will direct you to a dealer in your area.
To the admin. personally comparing a jacuzzi walk in tub vs a walk in tub in price is a huge difference. I work with Ella’s and know that we have some of the most affordable tubs. We understand that in this economy money is the issue and above all quality and safety. The thought of someone with dementia, which is the loss of brain function that occurs with certain diseases. It affects memory, thinking, language, judgment, and behavior. I would hope no one would be left alone to bath themselves. I’m not trying to be combative but our tubs are priced at 1200 to 4199 and they do come with the hardware some with hydro jets and some with air or you can get a combo option. Weather you get it from us or somewhere else I suggest shopping around do your research and you can go from there. (You as the consumer has the ultimate choice)
Hi Donald,
Thank you for your comments.
I would like to address your comments regarding dementia and that a person with dementia should never be left alone while bathing. There are many different degrees, stages and types of dementia. Many persons who have dementia can still be left alone to bathe; however, their ability to deal with new technology is not always at a high level. These bath tubs require that the door never be opened while the water is in it (obvious to you and I but not so obvious to a person with dementia ), that the door must be closed tightly (with a handle that is rather awkward) and that the jacuzzi mechanism not be activated until there is enough water in the tub (again a little confusing for a person with dementia).
Along with the price of the actual tub, the consumer must be aware that their is a fee for the installation and to equip SOME bathrooms for this tub can be expensive.
I will agree with you that they are great for SOME elders; there is a high side so that elders have much less chance of falling; there is the ability to sit down while showering and the the movable shower head is a great feature.
Yes, you’re right, the consumer has the ultimate decision.
Best wishes, Shelley
I am in my mid-60s with two hip replacements and am advised not to twist or cross one leg over the other, etc. I love my wonderful freestanding clawfoot tub, but getting out is a bit touch and go. I bought a bath lift, but tonight had an unnerving experience in that the chair didn’t lift at the end of my bath. I managed to get out despite the dead tub chair being in my way, but it was tricky and unnerving, and I am not getting any younger. I have been surfing the web ever since, looking at step in tub options/deals. I have room in my sunroom/cat spa to tuck in a step in tub without messing up the recently remodeled, vintage style main bathroom I love, and since I do not have dementia or even unsteadiness at this point, and I don’t care for taking showers like that lady’s frail father, this seems like a good option.
I just want to pass this along. I am in the Walk-In Tub Business.
They are not for everyone, but can be a great option for seniors with physical needs and ailments, like arthritis, diabetes, etc. Not at all an option for anyone with Dementia.
And as for price?? JAckie Johnson sad earlier in thread that hers was priced at, or over $20,000.00
This is ridiculous, and the person/company soliciting her was obviously trying to make an enormous profit. At worst, with reverse plumbing needed, door widening, acryllic wrap arounds, etc. they should only come in between $14,500.00 and $15.500.00 and much less in most cases.
Good luck everyone. There are good systems available for most situations. Just be cautious, and review the tubs features, matching it to your needs, then do a quick BBB review, and you should be fine.
Kyle
Thanks, Kyle for that honest opinion and for verifying that the tub is not for folks with dementia.
Another thing to consider is the size of the person who will be using it. Because it was designed for those who may wish to sit while bathing, there is not much room and may cause some folks to feel claustraphobic. I’m just 5’2 & 110 pounds and even I found it a bit cramped.
The hydrotherapy is indeed a great feature for those with pains, arthritis, etc.
And the side walls are about hip height which decreases the risk of falls for those who are standing.
~ Shelley
Thanks for a great blog. We are in agreement.
Walk-in tubs work great for those with very small spaces (i.e. a shower stall of less than 4 feet) or for those who are not likely to loose the ability to walk and prefer showering to bathing. Smaller, lower-end walk-in tubs can also be an economical choice for the smaller bather on a budget. Larger bathers need larger models and may find that the larger models take up too much space, take too long to fill and drain and use too much water. Another consideration is drain and fill time and the amount of water used. For those with septic tanks or average-sized hot water tanks, the amount of water a walk-in tub takes can be an issue.
Walk-in tubs are not the best choice for everyone. There are other bathing products on the market.
I work for a company that manufactures an accessible slide-in bathtub that looks like a regular tub once you are in it. The bather can stretch out in a 5 foot deep soaker tub, and the door latches automatically. The Aquassure tub also gives full caregiver access to the bather’s body without bending, kneeling or lifting. It is wheelchair, walker and lift accessible and priced in the middle range of the options out there.
However, Aquassure does not recommend that people with dementia bath unassisted. If they panic in the tub, or get confused and forget how to let the water out and open the door, it is important that a caregiver be there to assist. And our hand-held shower is likely to lead to the same confusion, but you might want to consider putting the shower on a wall-mount slider bar, to make it less confusing.
Oh one other comment…. Aquassure Slide in tubs, manufactured in North America… are priced from $5700 – $12,000 plus installation and shipping, depending on the options, but all are 5′ long, have a cabinet base, interior grab bars and a sliding door. Our unique tubs are not the cheapest option, but certainly not the most expensive! We publish our pricing on our website. No surprises.
Thank you, Shari, for providing another option for our caregivers and their loved ones and especially for being candid with your pricing. I like that your Aquassure tub gives full caregiver access as well as being wheelchair, walker and lift accessible.
Best,
Shelley
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There are so many retailers out there that sell walk-in tubs. My father needed a more friendly tub in which he did not have to step up. I ended up purchasing a Bocca Tub from Total Focus II. The prices were so reasonable and the tub came with a life-time warranty on everything. The tub was installed very quickly and it is a beautiful addition to our bathroom now. If you are interested in Total Focus II Bocca Tubs call Paul Anderson at 913-871-9274.
Hello,
I am posting to thank you PROFUSELY and to counter all the spam responses you have gotten.
My mom, who is *highly claustrophobic* and vulnerable at this stage of her life, has been convinced by the excessive ads that she needs one of these tubs and that it will give her freedom of some sort which is odd since she showers with absolutely no issues.
I agree that some seniors might benefit from these tubs, but we were sure from the get- go that this was not something my mother would benefit from at all. Unfortunately the ads are still calling to her and my father is beside himself, knowing she has never particularly liked baths, but afraid that she will go ahead and order it the next chance she gets regardless of his concern and the fact that it will remove the sole shower from their home and make it into an odd bathing arrangement.
I might add that she does not have dementia, but that she has recently been released from the hospital and is recovering from a major illness. Also, if it would even possibly benefit her we would both be more than happy to get one regardless of price.
Again I applaud your honesty and publication of your review to counter the dozens of sellers who have flooded the market with glowing “reviews” that are obviously planted by spammers and those who want to sell the tubs. My favorites being from concerned “children” who did not have to put their aged parents into a senior home because this product gave them complete independence and relieved all their worries.
Sincerely,
Angela
Thank you so much for writing, Angela. You’re right; I do get a lot of “company e-mail” but feel obligated to put it out there so as not to be one-sided.
This walk-in tub post is the #1 searched and read post on my site so if a more accurate representation of this tub can be shown, then all the better.
It is expensive, complicated, claustrophobic, permanent and not conducive to aiding the backs of caregivers who might be assisting. The one good thing about it is it’s high side walls which help to keep elders from falling out of the shower.
My feeling is that a better choice would be a ground-level entry shower with a door wide enough for a wheelchair or shower chair to enter. Aging in place designers have some wonderful options.
Thanks again for writing, Angela. It gave me the chance to reiterate my feelings. My father has passed on now and the walk-in tub remains unused because it’s not a pleasant experience to use it.
Exactly what did you mean by, “it,s not a pleasant experience to use it”? My wife is interested in a wakl-in tub. She has trouble getting over the side of a regular tub and difficulty getting up from sitting on the bottom of the tub. She believes that she would like the spa feature for her arthritis.
If you don’t have EXACTLY the right amount of space in your bathroom and have either too little or too much (they make a “tray” at the back when you have too much room), then the shower curtain must be placed INSIDE the tub with you meaning that the back and seat of the tub chair is covered in the plastic curtain, otherwise there will be water leaking fromo the shelf onto the floor. There is not much room to move around but while seated, the shower wand IS easy to reach and the jets MAY truly be very good for her arthritis.
I would just advise that you visit a showroom where she can stand and sit in order to test it out and that you bring your bathroom’s measurements with you.
Best wishes,
Shelley
Thanks for your comments on the walk-in tub. We are exploring the possibilities.
Andy
This is the 1st site I’ve been able to find with honest customer who have used it reviews. I am considering buying a used walk in tub and have no knowledge on these. I am concerned about future maintenance and repair costs. Has anyone out there had any experience with this? What is the life span of this type of tub? Thank you for this site.
Thanks for the comment. You’re right; there are very few consumer reviews involving these tubs. I can’t really answer to the maintenance and repair costs as my father passed away less than 3 years after we purchased it. What I can say is that it definitely changes the look of a bathroom so please be considerate of that.
Hopefully, we’ll get some answers from other users for you.
~ Shelley
Thanks for your detailed post. I was looking at these tubs for my mom with dementia so your post helped me decide against the tub. I am still looking for a solution to my mom’s bathing issues!
Hi Diane,
If you have room and available funds, I would suggest a shower with a very low lip with the ability to push a shower chair in the door. You may want to search out some aging-in-place certified contractors as they would know much more about this. Contractors that are familiar with ADA (American Disabilities Act) requirements might also be a good resource.
Just found your site, it’s great. I’m considering taking a job selling walk in tubs, but after reading through here I’m not sure I want to. The idea of helping is great, but I don’t want a high pressure, rip people off job.
Thanks
These bathtubs ARE good for some people. Hopefully your potential yer’s focus is on helping people and not just selling.
Best wishes,
Shelley
I take care of my elderly mother, who is a cancer surivor…she’s 2 years free and now being a bit more independent. I have been looking into the three sided tub conversion kit, to replace her reg. bathtub that has a shower. The problem is the high side, which is such a struggle for her to step over. She is low income, on medicare and AARP My question is does anyone know of a medical supplier who accepts this insurance. thank you for any advice in finding help for mom….
Please be aware there is lots of misrepresentation from those who sell this equipment.
They are aggressive sales people who have NO medical knowledge of the needs for people considering their products. People have been stuck in these death traps and have no way out. The hardware on the tubs have no ease of use, no labelling and no customer service when you have problems. They take almost 20 min to fill and another 15 to drain. The jets are rough on the skin. There is no showroom usually and high pressure salesman come to your home where you are vulnerable because your guard is down. These business claim therapeutic and medical claims that are misleading as they do not consult with any health organisations. Tub companies who have the Arthritis logos have paid money to use their logo but does not mean anything on the tub is easy to use. Also please go into your BBB for REAL ratings. The walk-in tub companies have MANY complaints however they put codes in the URL address to redirect you to their site with an A rating, buyer beware do not use the Internet to check these businesses.
Never purchase on initial visit, they will then negotiate price more, pay with credit card so you can be sure you can file a dispute resolution to get any monies back. I suggest you audio or video tape your sales conversation (I am serious) and get EVERYTHING in writing, dated and signed. Get COPIES of everything they have you sign. Get it in writing that your hot water tank and electrical panel can handle the 70gallon tub. Please be sure your installer has a Journeyman Ticket before doing ANY electrical or plumbing. If required make sure permits are pulled by the installer for both plumbing and electrical. Get names and numbers of management before you buy. Get at least 3 quotes. Ask for the names and numbers of at least 2 people who have the same reasons for wanting a walk-in tub and ask if it helps their ailments, any buyers remorse, cost and customer treatment and follow-up. Ask the business if there is someone who has purchased their equipment in your hometown so that you can physically touch it, see it, and talk to the other customer about their experience. Share phone numbers for future connection. Do not throw out any of your documentation. Never invite these high pressure sales people in your home unless you have an advocate, a lawyer, a friend who has no self interest to sit in and take notes so that you compare other companies products. I hope to help at least 1 person from having the heartache, frustration, disappointment and LOSS of independence this dangerous equipment left our family with. PLEASE TRY OTHER OPTIONS LIKE ROLL-IN walk-in showers. Being trapped in a 70gallon tub is traumatic. We have yet mto hear from real buyers. Testimonials on websites are usually fake and anyone can post those comments. Talk to people. BUYER PLEASE beware of the walk in tub companies.
We are very upset that my 85 year old father in law purchased one of these tubs today for $14,000 from Safe Step for our 87 year old mother in law. She is very thin, and frail from a broken hip more then a year ago. She also has dementia. The salesman’s pitch was that this would allow her independence. Since we have been after my father in law to hire a caregiver to come in and take care of her to relieve him and offer household help – he chose instead a tub option so he no longer has to bathe her and she is independent. He is not in much better shape then her, and this purchase may just lead to her harm if he leaves her alone to do it. What he doesn’t realize is that he will be needed more now to help her, and leading over the high sides will be impossible for him. Yet they sold it to him, with the pitch that it would free him of any responsibility for her care in the tub. From what I’ve read, we are very fearful of what can occur now.
Hi Katheryn,
Unfortunately, at this moment, I cannot think of an insurance company who will cover such conversions or of a supplier who will work with Medicare. That being said, I’m confident that they will begin to do this (just as they have with the scooters) because the possibility of broken hips in seniors who are living alone will cause a change in the Medicare rules.
Possibly one of our readers (or our durable medical equipment supplier readers) will know of such a company and comment below.
~ Shelley
Hi Pam,
It makes me furious that salespeople don’t have the ethics to examine the situation a little more closely before they finalize the sale of these tubs. These tubs are NOT for people with dementia. They are very difficult to operate even for those without dementia.
I would still recommend that your father have a caregiver come to the home to help your mother with her bathing. If he is not convinced that she might be injured, you might also mention the fact that she could forget that the water must be emptied before she can leave the tub (and she’ll be cold and want to do so) and cause major water damage to the house.
Best of luck.
~ Shelley
Buyer Beware,
Thank you so much for taking the time to write. I am hearing more and more complaints and mishaps as a result of these very expensive walk-in bath tubs. As I explained in my article, my father could not work the hardware (he would turn on the jets without filling the tub or open the door and let 70 gallons of water go flooding onto the floor (slip and fall hazard); he was cold (waiting for the water to drain) and claustrophobic. It became obvious immediately that he could not bathe alone and because of the long fill and drain times, it took more of our time to get him cleaned up.
There are better options for seniors. Check out http://aginginplace.com to find some great bathroom designs.
Email me anytime. I have helped hundreds of people select the right tub. timmolitor@charter.net
I have recently had a jacuzzi walk-in tub for seniors installed for my mother. Buyer Beware is correct. High pressure sales person in my home, and I bought. Documenation states my 50 gallon hot water heater was recommended, but we have not been able to get enough hot water to run the jets. They have removed the safety device from my unit, hoping to resolve the problem, which did not. I have found turning the hot water heater to 150 degrees works…I cannot allow my mother to be in the tub alone, for fear she will burn herself. I am so unhappy with this purchase, and wish I came across this sooner. My dissatisfaction with this product has me searching for complants, which brought me here. I paid over $14,000 for this and would not recommend anyone purchase this tub without all the facts, which I did not get until installation. I intend to write AARP, which is where the ad was that caught our eye. I have talked to a lawyer who advised I need to present the fact that this product was misrepresented to me… 50 gallons does not do it. It is not just the tub, but the company that installed this, 1 Call Bath Solutions, that has given me nothing but BS .. they do not pursue calling me for my customer satisfaction, though they claim they want me to be happy.. now they propose installing a second hot water heater. I just want my money back and for them to remove the tub. A shower with a seat would have worked just as well as this tub.
One additional item I came across tonight, was the cleaning of these whirlpool/jacuzzi type tubs.. you must use special cleaners to keep the pipes flushed and free of sludge/scum that may build up. See article from Texas in 2001 where suit was filed, claiming eye infections, skin infections, respitory infection, etc., due to bacteria that forms in piping. It was an older article, and I am not sure if things have changed in design to prevent this, but manufactures denied any problem. Installer claims cleaning should occur 2 times a month, and recommended bleach. Fill tub with solutions and hot water, run jets 10-20 minutes, drain, then refill with cold water, run jets, to rinse. Lots of water and time to keep bacteria free.
Thank you for taking the time to relate your experiences with the jacuzzi walk-in tub. The more people understand up front, the less they will feel pressured into buying a product that is not right for them or the senior for whom they are caring.
I wasn’t aware of the special cleaners needed to keep the unit clean and so that is a great piece of information too.
While these bath units are right for a few people, they are so wrong for many others and their are different, perhaps better, ways of creating a bathing experience that is safe and comfortable for our loved ones.
Thanks again!
Shelley
There is a great site out there that reviews several of the tubs and the companies that manufacture and install them. As great as these tubs are they can be very costly but there is certainly one in your price range and we were able to find one for our loved ones with the help of this site, walkinbathtubreview.org
I’m sorry but you’re missing the point that these bathtubs are really not the best choice for seniors, especially those with dementia. They are claustrophobic, chilly (because it’s necessary to wait for the water to drain before opening the door to get out of them) and when compared to other options are STILL incredibly expensive.
I appreciate that you provided a review website for those that may still be interested. Thank you.
Thanks for for being an honest voice in a sea of misinformation and high sales tactics for these tubs. I have been curious about them and wondered about the benefits vs. the costs and ease of use.
A quick google search shows a plethora of manipulated sites to steer one away from real information and critiques.
Without ever seeing one, my first question about their efficacy would be the amount of time one must sit inside (presumably naked and cold) as the tub fills. Then there is the issue of waiting for the tub to safely drain (also naked and getting cold) before being able to exit.
Your insight on the confusion an elderly person may feel as a result of the unfamiliar settings and controls is also helpful.
Thanks! You are so right about the “naked and cold” part. I tried it myself and finally stepped OVER the door in order to escape the cold.
I’ve gotten so many comments from those who offer this bathtub expounding on its supposed benefits that I have now , reluctantly, stopped posting them. I like to share both sides but I’ve had too many fake accounts stating just how much they love this bathtub.
The creator of the bathtub that we purchased for my father now makes a “shower”. I’ll be curious to find out more about it.
Thanks for the info. Was thinking of purchasing one but with all the horror stories I’ve been reading about them (and there are many) I have decided its a no. Thank goodness I looked up the reviews. Unfortunately I signed up for a brochure so that means I will be getting tons of sales calls which are a huge hassle but I am not shy I will tell them to stop calling me and will add more pleasantries.