Senior living homes
Bathroom Services and Power Planning for Senior living homes
Locate the equipment first, then coordinate outlets, switches and maintenance access with the relevant trades.
Explore the ideas
Walkthrough checklist
- Make a schedule of fixed and portable equipment and note where each will actually be used.
- Overlay service routes and outlets on the furniture drawings before approving joinery.
- Keep shutoffs and frequently serviced connections reachable and have the relevant specialist verify the provision.
Worked example
Imagine a bed location changing to improve caregiver access, leaving a call control and charging point on the far side of the room.
Overlay the bed, aid and care workflow before relocating connections. Keep call controls reachable from the resident's position and ask qualified trades to verify power and communication provisions.
How to test it
Check locations against the final furniture and appliance drawings before walls or cabinets are closed.
Apply it to this space
- Layout
- Keep entry, toilet and shower approach unobstructed; place frequently used items within seated or standing reach.
- Detail
- Choose visually distinct fittings and non-glare lighting; select appropriate support features with a qualified professional.
- Trade-off
- Additional support features can feel institutional if their placement ignores the room’s overall design.
- Review transfers and reach with the resident
- Check slip risks, lighting and water controls
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