The Benefits of In-Home Beauty Treatments for Seniors & People with Disabilities

For many people in Adelaide, getting to a salon or wellness clinic isn’t simple. Seniors and those living with a disability often face challenges with transport, mobility, or energy levels. But that doesn’t mean they have to miss out on proper grooming and self-care.

In-home beauty treatments offer a simple, respectful way to stay clean, feel good, and keep up with personal routines—without leaving the house. It’s care that comes to you.

Here’s why more people in Adelaide are choosing in-home beauty services.

1. No Travel Needed

Getting around Adelaide can be tough if you rely on mobility aids, carers, or specialised transport. Some areas have limited public transport options. Taxis and rideshare services can be expensive or unreliable.

In-home services remove the need to travel. The therapist comes straight to the home—whether it’s a private residence, aged care facility, or supported accommodation.

That means no buses. No waiting rooms. No stress.

2. Real Health Benefits

Overgrown toenails. Dry skin. Matted hair. These aren’t just appearance issues—they can cause real discomfort or even lead to infection.

In-home beauty therapists help prevent these problems by providing regular, gentle care like:

• Nail trimming and hand/foot treatments
• Skin care and moisturising
• Gentle waxing or hair removal
• Scalp and hair care
  

For people with limited mobility or health issues, these services help reduce physical pain and improve hygiene. That’s essential for long-term wellbeing.

3. Confidence and Emotional Support

Looking after your appearance helps you feel more like yourself. It’s about pride, dignity, and control—especially for people who don’t get out much or rely on others for daily tasks.

A fresh haircut, clean nails, or soothing massage can lift someone’s mood for the entire week. It’s also an opportunity for one-on-one social connection, which is something many people in aged care or disability support don’t get often.

“Regular grooming is an important part of mental health support,” says Adelaide-based aged care nurse Leanne J. “It gives people a sense of normality and self-worth.”

4. Personalised and Gentle Care

In-home services are not rushed. Therapists take the time to work around the person’s mobility, comfort level, and medical needs. That’s especially important for:

• People with sensory sensitivity
• Clients with dementia or memory loss
• Those recovering from surgery
• Clients with chronic conditions like arthritis or Parkinson’s
  

Unlike a busy salon, the focus is completely on the individual. That means slower movements, a quiet environment, and extra care with communication.

5. More Accessible and Safer

Most Adelaide salons aren’t built with accessibility in mind. Narrow doorways, high chairs, and slippery floors can make them unsafe for people with disabilities or mobility issues.

In-home beauty care avoids those risks. Everything happens in the client’s own home, using familiar equipment like their own chair, bed, or basin.

There’s also better control over hygiene—something many clients and carers prioritise post-COVID.

6. Fits Into Existing Care Plans

Whether the person is on an NDIS plan, receiving aged care support, or working with a private carer, in-home beauty services can fit in easily.

Services can be booked as one-offs or scheduled as part of a regular care routine. Therapists can also coordinate with carers to make sure sessions are timed well and align with medical needs or activity levels.

Some services are even claimable through care packages or NDIS plans, depending on the provider and service type.

Popular In-Home Treatments in Adelaide

Beauty and wellness services can often be adapted to suit people with limited movement or health conditions. These are some of the most requested:

• Haircuts, trims, and basic styling
• Hand and foot care (nails, moisturising, massage)
• Skin care (cleansing, moisturising, gentle facials)
• Massage therapy (light pressure, suited to seniors)
• Hair removal (waxing or other gentle methods)
• Grooming support for special events or visits
  

Who It’s For

In-home beauty services in Adelaide are ideal for:

• Seniors living at home or in aged care facilities
• People with disabilities (physical, cognitive, or sensory)
• Anyone recovering from illness, injury, or surgery
• Parents with limited mobility during pregnancy or postpartum
• Clients receiving palliative or hospital-at-home care
• People who just prefer quiet, in-home care over busy salons
  

Looking for In-Home Beauty Services in Adelaide?

Bedside Beauty & Wellness provides mobile beauty and wellness treatments across Adelaide. Their services are designed for people who need gentle, accessible care—including seniors, people with disabilities, and clients receiving care at home.

They come to you—whether you’re in your own home, a hospital, or an aged care facility—offering haircuts, massages, facials, and more, all tailored to your needs.To learn more or book an appointment, visit bedsidebeauty.com.au.