Electric Care Showers

A care shower is an electric shower designed specifically for accessible and assisted bathing, rather than a standard unit fitted in an accessible bathroom. The differences are in the details, and they matter.

What makes it a care shower

• Large, easy-grip controls — usable with limited dexterity, arthritic hands or while seated.
• Thermostatic control with a safety cut-out — holds temperature steady and shuts off if the cold supply fails, which is critical for users with reduced sensation or who cannot move quickly.
• Clear tactile and visual markings — helpful for users with visual impairment or dementia.
• Low-level fitting options — controls positioned within reach of someone seated on a shower seat.

Why electric?

An electric shower heats water on demand, so it works independently of the hot water cylinder and delivers a consistent supply however many people have showered before. That reliability matters in a care home or a household where showering happens at fixed times.

Specifying the kW rating

Higher kW gives a stronger flow, but the supply cable and consumer unit must support it. Check what the existing installation can carry before choosing — an electrician will need to confirm.

Pair with grab rails and a shower seat for a complete accessible setup, and see our full inclusive bathing range.