Dementia Information and Our Goal to Support the Alzheimer’s Society

Our Goal

As a family-run business that has experienced the effects of dementia first-hand, we are committed to ensuring we do as much as we can to raise awareness of this condition, we are able to provide our customers with recommendations, services and products that can support an individual and their loved one with the effects of dementia and better their quality of life as best we can. As a team, we aim to raise money for the Alzheimer`s Society through our work and with additional fundraising days including:

A sponsored bike ride from London to Brighton, this a 56-mile ride and will be completed by one of our family members and directors of AJT Showers on September 10th 2023. information regarding the ride can be found at the following link:

Just Giving – Jordan`s Bike Ride

We aim to do more sponsored activities which we will provide updates to on this blog when we have the dates available. For more information on fundraising for yourself or a loved one please see the Alzheimer`s support page:

‍Alzheimer`s Society Fundraising Events
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Dementia Information

Did you know?

More than half of UK adults know someone who has been diagnosed with dementia and 1 in 3 people born in the UK this year will develop dementia in their lifetime. There are 944,000 people with dementia in the UK. This will increase to over one million by 2030 and over 1.6 million by 2050.

Modifying a home and your bathroom to support individuals with dementia involves making the space safer, more intuitive, and less confusing.

Here are some changes and adaptations you can consider:
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Colour Contrast and Visual Cues:
‍Use contrasting colours for walls, floors, and fixtures to help individuals with dementia distinguish different surfaces. Use clear and simple signage with pictures and words to label different areas of the bathroom, such as “Toilet,” “Sink,” and “Shower.”
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Non-Slip Flooring:
‍Install non-slip flooring to prevent slips and falls, which are common concerns for individuals with dementia.
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Simplified Fixtures and Bathing Facilities:
‍Choose faucets, handles, and switches that are easy to use and understand. Lever-style handles are often easier than knobs. Install sturdy grab bars near the toilet, shower, and bathtub to provide support and stability. Replace the bathtub with a walk-in shower or bath to eliminate the need for stepping over a high edge and use a curbless shower entry, reducing the risk of falls.
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Anti-Scald Faucets:
Use faucets with anti-scald features to prevent burns from hot water by using thermostatic temperature controls.
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Easy-to-Reach Essentials and Lighting:
‍Arrange towels, soap, and toiletries within easy reach to help individuals with dementia maintain independence during their routine. Install bright, evenly distributed lighting to reduce shadows and enhance visibility possibly using motion-sensored lights when someone enters.
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Accessibility:
‍Ensure that the bathroom is accessible with ample space for mobility aids like walkers or wheelchairs.
Consulting with occupational therapists or professionals with experience in dementia care can provide valuable insights into making the bathroom environment safer and more supportive for individuals with dementia, we have met with occupational therapists who provide support to a person’s individual needs, however information regarding signage and home adaptations can be found on the Alzheimer`s Society website at:

‍Alzheimer`s Society – Dementia Friendly Signage
‍ Alzheimer`s Society – Bathing Tips
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We also have access to supportive information for specific needs within the dementia pathways and services, please ask your AJT Showers advisor for more information or alternatively see the Alzheimer’s Society information page to see their full list of publications which is easily printable or you can have them ordered to your home address.
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These publications include:
– About dementia – factsheets including all types of dementia and associated support.  
– About dementia risk and diagnosis – booklets.  
– Symptoms and treatment – factsheets.  
– Living with dementia – factsheets including physical activity, technology, dental care, mood changes, council tax, going on holiday, lasting power of attorney, benefits, driving, employment, LGBTQ+, my appointments and help cards.  
– Caring for a person with dementia – Including NHS input.  
– Accessible resources – Including easy read, language formats and in CD format.

AJT Showers LTD
Author: Danielle