For 23 to 37 residents, what is the number of bathtubs or showers needed?

In facilities for assisted living or long-term care, regulations and guidelines often dictate the minimum number of bathtubs or showers required to accommodate residents comfortably and safely. For a resident population ranging from 23 to 37, the standard calculation is that a facility should provide at least one bathtub or shower for every 12 to 15 residents.

In this case, with 23 to 37 residents, if we calculate based on the standard of one bathing facility for every 15 residents, we reach a need for at least two bathing facilities (23 divided by 15 equals approximately 1.53). When the number of residents increases to 37, the need for additional bathing facilities becomes more evident, reaffirming the requirement for two.

Thus, providing two bathtubs or showers meets the needs for both lower and upper ranges of the resident population, ensuring adequate access while complying with health facility regulations aimed at promoting the health and wellbeing of the residents. This is crucial for maintaining hygiene standards and ensuring that residents can bathe comfortably and without undue waiting times.