David Deem 714-997-3486 Dave@DeemTeam.com By John Voket Many of us plan to grow old in our homes, also known as "aging in place," and some of us have family members currently doing just that. So how can you make sure your home stays safe as you age? Let's look at one room that is home to a large majority of slips and falls: the bathroom. "Bathrooms can be very dangerous for people who have difficulties with mobility," says Ted Puzio, owner of Southern Trust Home Services. "Luckily, there are steps you can take as a homeowner to make them safer for your friends and family members." Puzio suggests the following adjustments for those wanting to increase the safety of their home restrooms: Consider installing a walk-in shower . By removing any hurdles your loved one might have to step over in order to bathe, you significantly reduce the risk of throwing them off balance. Equip showers and surrounding walls with sturdy grab bars. Giving...

David Deem 714-997-3486 Dave@DeemTeam.com By Zoe Eisenberg Love a sparkling clean bathroom but scant on time? While you should do a deep bathroom clean every other week (or more, depending on the size of your family), the following tips can help you keep the space sparkling throughout the week until your next thorough scrub. Keep a rag in the shower . Hang a cleaning rag in the shower to wipe down the surfaces after you bathe. At the end of the week, toss the rag in the wash to keep it clean. Time that toilet bowl clean . Headed to the bathroom to wash up? Add some toilet bowl cleaner to your toilet, tackle a 2-3 minute task like brushing your teeth, then scrub the bowl before you hop in the shower. Clean your shower head . It's easy for residue to cake over shower heads over time. To fix this, grab a plastic bag (check for holes first!), fill it with vinegar, tie the bag over the shower head and secure with a rubber band. Head off to work, and when you return, y...

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