Home is the place where you're supposed to feel safest. But as you get older, fall risks lurk everywhere: on loose stairs, in cluttered hallways, and especially in the bathroom. Falls are the number ...

For veterans who sustained service-related injuries, daily activities like bathing can become difficult or hazardous due to physical limitations. Fortunately, the VA offers support for walk-in tubs — ...

When Amanda Welch meets with new clients, 7 times out of 10 they’ll ask, “Do we take out the bathtub?” “People say that a lot. A lot,” says Welch, owner of Brooks Vale Design in Woodinville. “It’s one ...

Dear Savvy Senior: Because of my back pain and mobility problems, I’m interested in getting a walk-in bathtub that’s safe and easy to use. What can you tell me about walk-in tubs? — Old and Achy Dear ...

Medicare does not typically cover the cost of walk-in showers, as they are considered home modifications rather than durable medical equipment (DME). Exceptions may exist, and Medicare Advantage plans ...

Original Medicare does not usually pay for a walk-in bathtub or help cover the installation cost. However, some Medicare Advantage plans may cover this service. This article discusses durable medical ...

Because of my back pain and mobility problems, I’m interested in getting a walk-in bathtub that’s safe and easy to get in and out of. What all can you tell me about walk-in tubs, and can you recommend ...