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Toileting Aids

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Consult your healthcare provider to determine the right toileting aids for your needs.

Toileting Aids

Toileting aids are devices designed to increase independence and personal hygiene for individuals with disabilities that impact their ability to manage toileting. There are many different tools available to assist with each aspect of toileting. Some of the most common ones include:

    • Raised Toilet Seat: Makes the toilet higher, making it easier and safer to sit down and stand up. It can attach to the existing seat and often includes handles for extra support when lowering or raising yourself.
    • Wiping Aid: These tools help people with limited mobility clean themselves after using the bathroom. They usually have a long handle that holds toilet paper or wipes, making it easier to reach without bending or stretching.
    • Commode: This portable toilet can be placed wherever needed, giving users more independence and dignity when they can’t get to the bathroom.

How Can I Get a Toileting Aid?

You can buy or rent new and used toileting aids from various sources, depending on your needs and preferences:

  • Durable Medical Equipment (DME) Providers: Many local DME providers sell or rent toileting aids. Visiting a provider in person allows you to try out different aids and get professional advice.
  • Online Retailers: Some toileting aids are available for purchase from online retailers, offering a wide range of options and prices. Be sure to research reputable sellers and check reviews before purchasing.
  • Local Organizations or Nonprofits: Drugstores and community organizations or nonprofits may lend or rent toileting aides, especially for short-term use.
  • Healthcare Facilities: Some clinics, hospitals, or rehabilitation centers may provide toileting aids for short-term use during recovery.

Each option has its benefits, so consider your budget, intended use, and whether you need long-term or short-term access.

Insurance Coverage: Some insurance plans may cover toileting aids, but coverage depends on your provider and plan. You might need prior authorization, a doctor’s note, or a prescription. Check your plan details, and ask your doctor, therapist, or DME provider for help with the process.

List of Durable Medical Equipment (DME) Providers and Equipment Loan Closets in NH

DRC-NH does not endorse any of the providers listed below. This information is provided solely for informational purposes.

A helpful resource list from our friends at NH Family Voices

COA Chapin Senior Center Mobility Equipment Loan Closet (greater Kearsarge area)

Joseph’s Closet

Keene Medical Equipment

National Seating and Mobility

Refurbished Equipment Marketplace (REM)

Rehabilitation Equipment Associates, Inc. (REQ)

Renmar DME

All About Assistive Technology

Consulting with a healthcare provider, such as a primary care provider (PCP), physical therapist, or occupational therapist, is essential to determine the right assistive technology for your needs. They can assess your situation, recommend the most suitable technology, and provide training on how to use it safely and effectively.

Assistive Technology

We help individuals identify and acquire technology necessary to help students access their curriculum, assist individuals who want to work become employable and successful in the job market, and help people with disabilities enjoy life and stay engaged with their communities.

The information above was created as part of a capstone project by a 2024/2025 LEND Trainee in collaboration with the NH-ME LEND Program.

Learn more at https://iod.unh.edu/nh-me-lend.

About DRCNH

Disability Rights Center – New Hampshire is a statewide non-profit organization dedicated to eliminating barriers for people with disabilities across New Hampshire. DRC is the federally designated protection and advocacy agency for New Hampshire and has authority under federal law to conduct investigations in cases of probable abuse or neglect.

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