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Certified Disability Home Adaptation Services in Bristol and South Gloucestershire

Bathroom adaptations for the elderly or disabled 

At Downs Brothers in Bristol, we are specialists in home, bathroom, and kitchen adaptations for those who are disabled or elderly, so you can live in your home comfortably and safely. 

The bathroom can come with a lot of hazards for those who are less abled, and therefore we take our time to consider features that will make your bathing activities easier.

Our highly skilled and experienced team install:

  • Wet rooms (Walk-in-Showers)
  • Walk-in bathtubs
  • Raised toilets
  • Lowered wall-hung bathroom sinks
  • Adjustable showerheads
  • Emergency pull-chords
  • Anti-slip flooring
  • Safety bars
  • Shower curtains/doors
  • Lowered shower trays
  • Seated showers
  • Widening doorways
  • Access Rooms
  • Seated Showers
  • Adding grab rails to the bath
  • Adding a bath lift
Get in touch with one of our experts in Bristol today!
Click HERE to view our recent disability bathroom adaptations. 

Expert Accessible Kitchens 

At Downs Brothers, we specialise in designing and installing truly accessible kitchens in Bristol tailored precisely to suit your unique lifestyle and individual needs. We understand that in disability adaptations, it's the small, specialist details that deliver confidence and independence in your home.

There's a wide range of options that we can incorporate into your adapted kitchen, such as:

  • Creating enough clear turning space for full wheelchair access.
  • Installing lowered kitchen worktops or adjustable rise and fall worktops to make food preparation easier from a seated position.
  • Lowering the kitchen sink so you can wash dishes comfortably.
  • Fitting ovens with side-opening doors or those that slide in and out for effortless, safe use.
  • Integrating induction hobs with safety cut-off features.
  • Designing bespoke pull-out shelving and drawers for easy reach.
  • Adding LED lights to shelving so you can find items easier.
  • Plus many more solutions to make your kitchen fully functional!

Our professional team works closely in consultation with occupational therapists, hospitals, and, most importantly, you, the customer, to deliver the perfect space.

Are you considering kitchen adaptations for wheelchair users or the elderly in the Bristol area? Speak to one of our specialists today.

Disability Bathroom Fitters for Children

Every parent wants their child to be safe, but for those with a disability or those who require extra care and attention, ensuring this can be a unique challenge. Parents of disabled children may face additional obstacles that other parents do not encounter when it comes to providing basic personal care, such as bathing.

At Down's Brothers, we are able to provide a variety of adaptations that can make bathing easier and safer for both the parent and the child.

Other bathroom modifications we install include grab bars and shower chairs to provide increased safety in the bathroom and greater independence during bathing activities. Installing these items means that parents and caregivers don't have to physically lift their kids to bathe them, reducing strain on the body while increasing overall comfort levels. 

Project: Custom-Built Accessible Bathroom for a Child in Bristol

The photos below showcase how we helped a customer with a disabled child achieve a safe and comfortable bathing routine.

The central feature is the custom-fitted folding non-slip bath bed. This specialist equipment allows parents to wash and shower their child at an ergonomic, comfortable height, eliminating the physical strain associated with bending and lifting. Crucially, the non-slip surface ensures maximum safety and stability for the child throughout the bathing process.

Specialist Disability Home Adaptations in Bristol & South Gloucestershire

Our skilled team, with over 50 years of experience, are specialists in providing full disability adaptations to properties throughout Bristol and South Gloucestershire.

We offer a wide range of custom-built home mobility adaptations for customers living within a 20-mile radius of Bristol. Our extensive experience in adapting homes means you can firmly put your trust in us to modify your property to meet your exact needs for safer, independent living.

We are experts in projects that qualify for the Disabled Facilities Grant (DFG) and undertake all types of residential work, from minor adjustments to full accessible home renovations. Whether you require solutions for a walking stick, a frame, or a wheelchair, we are dedicated to making your home more accessible.

Read our Blog - THE BEST DISABILITY ADAPTATIONS FOR YOUR KITCHEN AND BATHROOM

 

Local Authority Application

We understand that it can be a bit of a minefield applying for a Housing Adaptation Grant but don't worry because our trusted architect whom we work very closely with, has many years of experience of applying for grants from both Bristol City Council and South Gloucestershire Council and can help you too for a small charge.  

Find out more here about applying for a Disabilities Facilities Grant. Read our latest blog for the low down on what it is and if you may be eligible for one. 

We offer the following mobility adaptation services: 

  • Lower Sinks and Kitchen worktops
  • Widening doorways
  • Access Rooms
  • Seated Showers
  • Installing a walk-in shower or bath
  • Fitting a wet room
  • Raised Toilet Seats
  • Adding grab rails to the bath or by the bed
  • Adding a bath lift
  • Installing an outdoor ramp or step rail
  • Installing motion sensor lights at your front door
  • Local Authority work
  • Help with applying for a Local Authority grant 

HOW MUCH DOES A NEW BATHROOM OR KITCHEN COST? 

Contact us today for your free quote on 07748 647266 or 01275 834382 

Or, if you'd prefer, you can fill out the form in your own time with details of what you're looking for and we'll get back to you shortly with an estimate. 

Opening Hours

Monday to Friday - 9 am - 5 pm

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PROVIDING BATHROOM & KITCHEN DISABILITY ADAPTATIONS SINCE 1966