Adult Hygeine Program

Addressing the Need for Incontinence Supplies in South Florida

The Hidden Crisis

While often overlooked, incontinence product insecurity is a growing public health issue in the U.S. Thousands of seniors, adults with disabilities, and individuals with chronic illnesses silently struggle every day without access to the basic supplies they need to live with dignity.

Adult incontinence products—such as briefs, underpads, and protective underwear—are not covered by food stamps (SNAP) or Medicare, leaving many individuals on fixed incomes with no support.

The Facts

50%

Nearly 50% of adults aged 65 and older experience some form of urinary incontinence.

20M

Over 20 million Americans suffer from incontinence, many of whom are elderly or disabled.

30 day

A month’s supply of adult briefs can cost $80–$120—a financial burden for those living on limited income.

1 in 3

According to the National Diaper Bank Network, 1 in 3 families report difficulty affording incontinence products for a loved one.

The Impact

When individuals can’t afford incontinence supplies, the consequences are serious and far-reaching, including skin infections and hygiene issues from reusing or going without protection, social isolation and depression due to fear of public accidents, missed doctor visits, church, or social events that worsen physical and mental health, and increased caregiver stress and burnout in already overburdened families.

Our Commitment TO A New Initiative

At Covered South Florida, we believe everyone deserves dignity, health, and participation in everyday life—regardless of age or ability. That’s why we’re proud to launch a new initiative to distribute free adult incontinence products to those in need.

Through partnerships with healthcare clinics, aging agencies, housing programs, and disability service providers, we are ensuring adult briefs and other vital supplies reach the elderly and disabled neighbors who need them most.

This initiative is more than just providing supplies—it’s about restoring confidence, mobility, and dignity to some of our most vulnerable community members.

Together, we can remove the shame and silence around adult incontinence—and bring relief, respect, and care to those who deserve it most.