For many people, taking a bath is just like walking – it’s straightforward and doesn’t require much effort to do. However, this is the exact opposite for people who cannot bathe on their own or with the elderly who will need assistance in navigating around the slippery surface of the showers and tubs.

Typically, these individuals will need assistance from another in the persona of a nurse or caregiver. However, for many, this may even be difficult for both individuals since the patient will be highly dependent on the caregiver. In contrast, the caregiver will most likely be drenched in water splash.  The good news is, there are patient care products designed to help you in this kind of situation, for one, there's a caregiver door.

In this section, we'll introduce you to the concept of a caregiver door and lay out the best ones available in Mobility Paradise.

What is a Caregiver Door?

Caregiver doors work as a boundary line between the patient and the caregiver. It provides comfort and independence for the patient while shielding the caregiver from shower splashes. Caregiver Doors are generally lightweight and easy to install and maintain. Most of their doors have a bi-fold swing, which permits easy access to the shower. This is especially important for patients who have difficulty in terms of mobility.

There are also safety measures that come with it, including shatterproof panels and latch handles, which minimize risks in case of emergency. You also get gaskets onto the bottom edge of each door to prevent the leaking of water from the shower area.

Benefits of a Caregiver Door

Caregiver Doors may be a quick solution, but it will do wonders, especially for patients and caregivers who feel like every bath time is a burden. It provides its users with the following benefits:

• Puts the caregiver in a place that’s within immediate access of the patient while enjoying his personal space.
• Serves as a boundary between the patient and caregiver.
• Helps the patient enjoy his personal space.
• Prevents the caregiver from being drenched with shower splash.
• Keeps the entire bathroom from getting slippery.
• Lowers risk of accidental falls.

Best Caregiver Door

One of the best caregiver doors in the market is the Arc First Bi-Fold Caregiver Door. This bi-fold door assembly offers privacy for bathers while protecting caregivers from shower splashes as they assist the patient. This tool comes in white compensators and frames with gray trim accents paired with opaque panels. It’s 30-inch tall and comes with several size options regarding the width from 46- inches to 58-inches, all equipped with hinges that allow doors to swing 180°. You don’t have to worry about its durability as it comes with aluminum frames and compensators partnered with textured PET panels that prevent it from being shattered.  

• Arc First 30" Tall 46¼” To 47¾” Width Bi-Fold Caregiver Door 91110

• Arc First 30" Tall 50¼” To 51¾” Width Bi-Fold Caregiver Door 91111

• Arc First 30" Tall 54¾” To 56¼” Width Bi-Fold Caregiver Door 91113

• Arc First 30" Tall 56¾” to 58¼” Width Bi-Fold Caregiver Door 91115

• Arc First 30″ Tall 58¼” To 59¾” Width Bi-Fold Caregiver Door 91114

Didn't find what you're looking for?

If you did not find what you're looking for, then you can check out other patient care products that you can add to your home such as, bedside commodes, pail commodes, shower seats, shower gurneys, and walk-in tubs for use in the restroom.  

But if you're looking for a piece of mobility equipment to help you move around easily, then you should consider getting a wheelchair or an electric wheelchair. You can also check out electric scooters, electric bikes and mobility scooters for other powerful alternatives.