One question our Resource Advocates get pretty frequently is where clients can find adult diapers and other incontinence supplies- especially for free or at a discount. Urinary incontinence, being unable to control one’s urine, is common among older adults- especially women. A survey from the National Poll on Healthy Aging found that 51% of participants reported experiencing incontinence in the past year. While participants listed a number of ways to manage their incontinence, pads/diapers/protective garments were the most popular option. Today on the blog we’re going to look at where you can find adult diapers/incontinence pads for free and low-cost in Washtenaw County.
Adult Diaper Distribution
- CCWC Northside Food Pantry– Offers personal care items as part of the pantry (based on availability). Call (734) 662-4462 for more information.
- Destiny and Purpose Community Outreach (Ypsilanti)- Has a Friends and Seniors Adult Needs Pantry set aside for adult incontinence needs, toiletries and other essential home items. Call (877) 832-1277, Ext. 103 to make an appointment.
- First Congregational Church of Christ (Chelsea)- Has a Diaper Bank that includes adult incontinent supplies. Call (734) 475-1844 for more information.
- Manchester Community Resource Center– Has a limited supply of adult incontinence supplies/diapers available. Call (734) 428-7722 for more information.
- Northfield Township Senior Center (Whitmore Lake)- Usually has a stockpile of adult diapers in their medical loan closet. Call (734) 449-2295 for more information.
- Saline Area Social Service– Maintains a pantry for clients. Must complete paperwork to become a client. Call (734) 429-4570 for more information.
- Ypsilanti Meals on Wheels– Maintains a Personal Care Pantry for clients. Clients can receive pantry items twice per week with their meals. Call (734) 487-9669 for more information.
Note: since these agencies rely on donations, it’s a good idea to call ahead to make sure they have incontinence supplies in stock.
Saving Money on Incontinence Supplies
- Free Samples– these are a good way to try out different brands or to have extras on hand in case there’s a delay in getting your usual incontinence supplies.
- Attends- offers samples on their website.
- MedProDirect- offers a variety of free samples on their website.
- NorthShore- offers samples on their website. Limit of 6 samples per order (quantity of 1 per product). The website does charge for delivery and taxes.
- Seni- offers samples on their website. Users must complete a short survey. Limit of 2 samples per person in a 6-month period.
- Total Dry- on their website you can order an ultimate sample kit or create your own sample kit. Four samples per package. The website does charge for delivery and taxes.
- Tranquility- offers a “Caregiver Sample Kit” with a variety of items. Limit one per household.
- Online Coupons
- Depend- has online coupons on their website. Must create a free account to view and print coupons.
- Poise- has online coupons on their website (note: Poise manufactures pads, not diapers). Must create a free account to view and print coupons.
- Company Programs
- NorthShore– Offers a variety of discounts including 10% off your first order of at least $50.
- Total Dry– Save 35% on your first Subscribe & Save order. Save 10% on every recurring order.
- Amazon– Offers a subscribe and save option that can save you between 5% and 15%, depending on how many other items you have on subscribe and save.
- Other places to try
- Kiwanis
- Includes medical equipment and supplies in their sale. Call (734) 368-9738 for more information.
- Medicare/Medicaid
- Unfortunately, Medicare does not cover incontinence supplies, including adult diapers.
- Medicaid does cover incontinence supplies if they’re medically necessary. Usually this means you need documentation or a prescription from a doctor.
- Kiwanis
