One in two baby boomers are caring for an aging parent and many say it’s taking a toll on everything from their emotional and physical well-being, to their finances and personal relationships.
According to a survey released today by Caring.com and SCA, the makers of TENA® (www.tena.us), the role incontinence (Bladder or Bowel Weakness) plays as the silent stress among caregivers. This subject may not be that easy to address for many caregivers but its a reality they continually must face. Some highlights from the survey:
- SIXTY FIVE PERCENT of caregivers surveyed are dealing with incontinence in a parent, grandparent or spouse.
- SEVENTY PERCENT report incontinence as an ongoing issue with their loved ones
- FORTY TWO PERCENT said dealing their loved one’s incontinence sometimes leads to depression.
- SEVENTY FIVE PERCENT of survey respondents report their EFFORTS ARE NOT WORKING.
Products such as pantiliners, daytime and overnight pads, male guards, protective underwear, briefs, skin care products, and underpads are available to help caregivers and individuals with this daily issue. Both women and men can visit www.tena.us for information and resources including exercises, recipes and products that can help manage the condition. TENA is at the forefront of developing products that minimize the impact of incontinence and improve the everyday lives of people living or working with bladder weakness or incontinence. TENA products feature innovative technologies, such as the comfortable Dry Fast Core™ and advanced odor control, to ensure protection, comfort and discretion for wearers.
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