A BESPOKE wet room has been installed at a residential service for learning disabled adults in Evesham thanks to a regional water provider.
The new facility at Clementi Court, run by the learning disability charity Hft, was funded with a grant from Severn Trent Community Fund.
The refit has made the bathroom more accessible for four people with complex physical needs and has seen the former outdated bathroom completely transformed.
The space has been fitted with a new power shower, toilet, state of the art body drier, heated towel rail, underfloor heating and cupboards for individuals to store personal items.
Clementi Court service manager Kelly Jones said: “All the people we support use specialist wheelchairs which are designed specifically for their needs.
“These are much bigger than a traditional wheelchair and were difficult for colleagues to manoeuvre when supporting people with their personal care. It also often made bathing challenging for them.
“The new wet room has been designed around the unique needs of its users and ensures dignity, choice and autonomy at all times.”
A much-loved addition to the new wet room is a Bluetooth speaker system, LED lighting and a projector which beams images onto the walls.
“We always know when someone is having a shower because the music starts,” added Kelly. “It seems as if Dancing Queen by Abba is the favourite track to enjoy while in there.”
Jade Gough, community fund officer at Severn Trent, said: “Hft is dedicated to helping learning disabled people live the best life possible through their personalised care and support.
“We’re so thrilled that we’ve been able to help by providing a specialist sensory bathroom tailored for their individual needs that gives improved dignity and comfort.”
