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Nobody installs a free standing bidet any more, the technology most used today is the toilet seat bidet. These range from extremely simple, inexpensive cold water systems to high end ones with temperature controls, heated seats and warm air dryers, deciding what is best is going to depend on your budget and sifting through reviews from other users.
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We've installed a low-cost one ($40ish) in our in-laws' home, and even though they're not fans and not great with change, it's been a help. MIL (moderate Alzh) requires help with cleaning and her caregiver is there with her directing use of the bidet, which has reduced the amount of times that a shower has been required.

There's no way she would have tried/used a bidet prior to needing this level of care (NOT a fan of change) but it's actually been useful now that she requires intimate caregiving.

We've had these low-cost bidet attachments in our home for over a year, just going off of Amazon and YouTube reviews, and YouTube for installation directions.
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TheMerryCarer, my concern with a elder if one would even use a bidet if they are not familiar with it? If they grew up using one, or had lived overseas where a bidet is common, then yes get one. If you purchase a separate bidet, that means a plumber would need to set up the water pipes, drains, and tear up the floor.
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If the elderly person you are asking for is able to do things like use a phone, a tv remote, a microwave, without assistance, I would definitely consider it. If the person can’t handle the controls they either won’t use the bidet or they will require assistance.

If you will be getting a warm water, heated bidet seat, which is the only kind I would recommend for an elderly person who already has trouble staying warm, you will need an outlet very close to the toilet. A cord stretched too far is a tripping hazard.

You’re looking at $500. to $600. for a decent seat and whatever it costs for an electrician to wire the outlet.
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cwillie Nov 6, 2024
There are models that can connect to a the hot water tap at the sink, an outlet isn't the only way to avoid cold water.
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