Toilet Seat Risers
Bathroom safety equipment can be a vital part of home care and toilet seat risers can dramatically increase a sense of security and confidence for those with limited mobility.
Sitting and standing is difficult for many seniors. Toilet seat risers, often called a booster for a toilet seat, make it easier to transition from a standing position onto a toilet and to stand up again. They are generally retrofitted over existing toilets, making it an easy and affordable modification that raises the seat by between 2 and 6 inches, and can dramatically increase mobility and safety.
Models are available for both round and elongated toilets, and some are specially molded for additional support. Most models attach to an existing toilet with a minimum of effort and use the existing seat, with no major modifications to the bathroom or toilet required. There are also hinged models that can fold up and out of the way like a traditional seat, to accommodate bathrooms that are shared by many family members.
Some toilet seat risers are also equipped with metal arms on either side, providing additional support for safety and a sense of confidence. On many models, the arms are padded for additional comfort. Many also detach easily, so they can be taken on and off to offer maximum flexibility.
Bathroom safety equipment is often a vital part of home care, because it can increase mobility, confidence and a sense of independence so substantially. Installing a toilet seat riser can make using a restroom easier and safer, and most models can be installed easily using the existing toilet and seat.
Read our buyer's guide for help selecting toilet seat risers. It will walk you through various options and how to make the right choice. Then browse models to find the one that is best suited to your home care needs.