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Question 1

1) Are these tubs as easy to clean as normal tubs?

They are simple to wash, but unlike routine baths, it's a good idea to keep a daily cleaning habit with a walk-in bath subsequent manufacturer's recommendations and using the products that are correct. You want to really make sure with a walk-in bathroom that you remove scum and spots to protect the surface. Depending on whether you have hard water, soft water, or water, you may see various kinds of deposits and stains on your own bathtub. Get into the habit of wiping down the surfaces that are wet after each use to help prevent the build up scum, that will require more scrubbing afterwards. Weekly, use cleaners to clean your walkin bath. Products that address your special water stain and deposits ought to be considered in addition to any indications that these products may ruin the finish on your bathtub. You need to familiarize yourself with the most effective cleaning methods for your type of bath since baths are generally either acrylic or fiberglass. Fiberglass can readily dull and is brittle and porous and spot. Don't use harsh abrasive products on fiberglass. Acrylic is non porous and easy to clean. Do not use abrasive cleansers you scratch on the tub and might dull the finish. Also, if the current weather allows, air the room out in order that it doesn't stay humid all day. Some manufacturers recommend that your own bathroom window opens for an hour every day to let moisture escape.

Question 2

2) Will the cost of installation and equipment be covered by my disability in Illinois?

If your impairment was due to a work or vehicle injury, check together with the right insurance carrier to see if house modifications resulting from your handicap are insured. Claims that include Evanston home alterations are admissible in insurance resolutions. Someone have a medical condition that meets their definition of impairment and qualifies for Social Security disability benefits when they've worked in work that was covered by Social Security. Benefits might be covered in case you're injured or on disability. Since SSI is a needs-based program and an SSI recipient must have limited income and resources, qualifications for the Plan for Achieving Self-Support (PASS) allows a person with a disability to achieve an occupational goal. The money that is set aside under a PASS can be used for anything that results in an occupational objective and can be used to cover home adjustments through an SSI savings strategy. In the event you are a veteran, the Department of Veterans' Affairs does offer individual programs that will allow you to deflect some of the cost. You may also ask in case you qualify for the which is modeled after Medicaid's Consumer Directed HCBS, or the VA Aid and Attendance, Housebound and other Pensions. Contact the form 26-4555 to submit an application for SHA or SAH grant. For information on all VA benefits in Illinois call 1-800-827-1000.

Question 3

3) About how much will one of these tubs cost to get installed?

The installation can really cost you approximately $1,500-$3,000 to be installed in Evanston. Sometimes the expense of the installment along with the unit is a better investment than paying for a caretaker.

Question 4

4) What types of financing are available in Illinois if insurance doesn't cover home modifications?

The American Elder Care Research Organization lists several other financial assistance avenues to think about when looking for assistance to buy your walkin bath. The USA Rural Development plan is also known as the Section 504 plan, the Very Low-Income Housing Repair program and the RD 504 Loan Program. The adjustments may include a walk-in tub. There are geographical and age, income demands to participate. Then, you can click in your county as well as a record of service centers including phone numbers will pop up. (2) For a non-Medicaid state financial assistance system for the aged, you can check this list to determine whether there are any that include home modifications. https://www.payingforseniorcare.com/home-modifications/state-assistance-programs.html (3) Rebuilding Together, a national non profit that can maybe cancel the setup prices of a walk in bath, can be a good resource. Contact them at http://www.togetherwetransform.org/find-your-local-affiliate (4)There are other options to consider. The Internal Revenue Service may decide that your house modification qualifies for tax deductions as a dental and medical expense. There are also qualifications to be able to maintain an individual who needs care as a dependent. Phone the Internal Revenue Service to find out in case you can deduct the cost of installing your walkin tub. IRS Publication 502 is a good resource that can enable you to estimate whether modifying your toilet qualifies you to deduct it as a medical expense. You may also call them at (800) 829-1040. (5) The National Resource Center on Supportive Housing and Home Modification may also assist you to find help to pay for home modifications. Click here to learn more http://gero.usc.edu/nrcshhm/ (6) Your local Independent Living Center (ILC) is a useful resource for suggestions on how to pay for your alterations. Click here to learn more http://www.new-horizons.org/indcil.html or http://www.ilru.org/projects/silc-net/silc-directory (6) Some state housing finance agencies supply loan programs to help individuals with disabilities or families living in a household with a member living with disabilities including home modification programs that are part of the state Assistive Technology program. Click here to find out more about this alternative http://resnaprojects.org/allcontacts/statewidecontacts.html.

Question 5

5) Do these tubs drain normally?

Yes. Sometimes, however, it's important to modify the plumbing depending on the place of the drains. Installers may have to put in a fitting to the present wastewater conduit for a walk-in bathtub. Existing pipes may allow for more rapid drain times or slower drain times.

Question 6

6) Will AETNA cover the cost of equipment and installation in Illinois?

Aetna will not cover walk-in tubs under their conventional plans in Illinois. They generally follow Medicare's standards for durable medical equipment (DME) items used in the toilet. In case the member is bed- confined or room - confined some DMEs are considered medically necessary, instead of a public toilet. DMEs are considered medically necessary if it is needed for daily tasks and is primarily medical in nature. Since bathing considered essential and is considered a daily living activity, Aetna lists toilet items which are considered necessary if a member is not able to bathe or shower without being seated or incapable to transfer to and from a bathtub.

Question 7

7) Will AARP cover the cost of equipment and installation?

AARP is not a provider of insurance, but contracts with insurers to make coverage available to AARP members. AARP does not make individuals health plan recommendations and does not cover the cost of walk-in tubs or some well-being needs. AARP does provide coverage like other health plans and Medicare Supplement Insurance and access to medical care tools to members as a resource, but third parties provide member benefits. Check with the plans that are recorded under AARP's membership services in Illinois.

Question 8

8) How do walk-in tubs drain?

Some systems apply a gravitation only drainage system, while other makers offer power-assisted drainage systems. Normally, the drainage system in a walk-in tub is attached to the standard tub drain, which is threaded into a horizontal pipe called a waste shoe. The shoe is sealed under its flange with a foam washer or putty. The large difference is that makers have attempted to reduce the waiting time since sitting there waiting for the water to drain can leave a bather feeling cooled since a bather cannot leave the bath until all of the water is drained. Comparing double drain alternatives to fast drain alternatives is important when considering that most walk in baths take between 2 and 3 minutes to drain which requires that the temperature in the room be comfortable while they wait. Some features may cost you more, so it is always advisable to ask. Eventually, get to be aware of the difference between frameless baths since frameless tubs often drain quicker than framed baths, because they do not alter the drain height of your existing tub and framed tubs. Framed tubs are assembled on a steel frame and the bottom of the tub is dangled off the ground. Frameless tubs are made with an extra-strength form that doesn't necessitate a steel framework and the underside of the tub is not suspended in the air.

Question 9

9) Can the shower be used still with a walk-in bathtub?

Yes. There are walkin bathtub installments that offer you a large standing area for stand-up showers. You can either shower standing up or sitting down. Ensure you get the correct measurements for the walk-in tub in order that you don't feel cramped during a stand-up shower. Additionally, should you'd like to maintain your standing shower, because if your faucet isn't directly against a wall, it is significantly harder to tap into your existing shower, another thing to keep in mind would be to ask about the faucet location.

Question 10

10) Do these tubs use more water than conventional tubs?

Yes. A walk-in tub is generally taller than an average bath tub, which comprises about 2 1/2 feet of water on average. Some makers say if a typical shower is 7 minutes that you just use exactly the same amount of water as a shower that is typical and you use 7 gallons of water a minute. Many of the walk in tubs available on the market have a 40-80 gallon capacity. The truth is, many manufacturers advise that you've got a hot water tank that holds at least 50 gallons, although some baths will work effectively should you fill them with 40-60 gallons.

Question 11

11) Is there a way to get Jacuzzi jets in my tub?

Yes. Be cautious of the amount of air and also water that comes out of the jets to be sure it's the appropriate number that will soothe your sore muscles and pains with a massage sensation. Jets may be placed to target particular areas to provide for the very best effects. Many Evanston customers enjoy the therapeutic effect of having jets installed within their walk-in bathtub for a broad range of medical conditions that gain from the added relaxation.

Question 12

12) Will a tub like this add to my Evanston home’s resale value?

Should you reside in a Evanston retirement community, installing a walk-in bath may increase the value of your own home. It likely will not raise the value of your home. Since changes to your bathroom do not normally raise the value of your house, price can qualify for the medical expense deduction for tax purposes both federally and in Illinois if the primary intention of the enhancements would be to accommodate a dwelling to the disability of the taxpayer, their partner or dependent living there.

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