Why cheap shower and bath chairs aren't worth it
Buying cheap shower chairs in our view is not a great idea for anyone with significant mobility challenges. The price may be tempting, but there’s many downsides.
Empower dignity and: comfort in the bathroom
Everyone has the right to enjoy a hot shower. Our mission is to bring rewarding bathroom experiences to anyone with mobility challenges. We make this happen through our cutting-edge bathroom transfer solutions which give access to the bathroom without an expensive and time consuming remodel. Showerbuddy is found in bathrooms across the world.
Key: Benefits
No bathroom adaptation required
Less cost and easy installation
Set up and shower same day
Quicker hospital discharge
Can be relocated for rental properties
Available now
Features of Showerbuddy
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![Advanced Showerbuddy chair positioned in a modern bathroom setting, showcasing its reclining feature and secure armrests for independent or assisted bathing.]()
Shower Chair
At the core of Showerbuddy’s functions is the best-in-class shower chair system. Users are seated securely and comfortably and can enjoy bathing alone or with the assistance of a carer.
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Shower Transfer
The process of transferring into a shower unit is fraught with difficulties for those living with injuries or reduced mobility. Learn how Showerbuddy solves this without a bathroom adaptation, allowing the user to once again enjoy a private shower in comfort and with dignity.
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![TubBuddy bathtub transfer chair by Showerbuddy, showcasing its extendable bridge and secure seating mechanism, designed for enabling access to traditional bathtubs for users with mobility issues.]()
Bathtub Shower Chair
Showerbuddy helps mobility impaired users access their shower over the bathtub through our TubBuddy systems. Designed to slide the seated user over the bathtub, these solutions are ideal for any shower-over-bath configurations. No bathroom adaptation is required.
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![TubBuddy transfer system with safety features and swivel seat, demonstrating an accessible solution for overcoming the high edges of bathtubs for mobility-impaired individuals.]()
Bathtub Shower Transfer
When showering over a bathtub the high edge might seem impossible to access for a wheelchair-bound or otherwise mobility impaired individual. But with TubBuddy systems, the edge of the bath is cleared in a matter of seconds with no strain. Just slide over to access the shower.
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![Showerbuddy toilet riser chair system attached to a standard toilet, emphasizing ease of use for individuals requiring elevated and secure seating throughout their bathroom routine.]()
Toilet Riser
Showerbuddy’s solutions all provide elevated, comfortable toilet use as well - this means the user will never have to leave the chair throughout their entire bathroom routine, with less transfers and manual handling. This also provides more comfort for the user and a safer experience for the support person.
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![Showerbuddy commode chair with removable cushion, highlighting the chair's versatility for non-bathroom environments, offering flexibility and independence to the user.]()
Commode Chair
For those moments away from the bathroom, Showerbuddy systems all come with removable commode buckets and a variety of seat apertures to enable flexibility to suit the user and peace of mind. There is a range of comfort cushion accessories.
Why Showerbuddy?
Modify your chair: Accessories
A bathroom mobility solution should be designed around you or your client’s specific requirements.
Showerbuddy offers a range of accessories that adjust the chair to suit.
This includes different cushions, backrests, neck support, bridge lengths and more.
Will it fit?: BathCheck
Not sure if Showerbuddy is right for your bathroom? Try our award-winning app, BathCheck
With BathCheck, you’ll be guided through a step by step measurement wizard that will expertly prescribe the best solution for your client. It’s also a full Showerbuddy product resource library.
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