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Where can I find free pads for my mother's bladder problem?

Asked by lorettaknowsall2 | Feb 26, 2010

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Feb 26, 2010

If finances are tight, feminine hygiene products might work for your mother. These are substantially cheaper than depends but might have to be changed more often. If she's on a supplemental insurance plan, medicare or medicaide, these might be covered - contact them to find out. In some states these are NOT covered so you might have to bite the bullet and pay for them out of pocket. You might also contact your local Area Agency on Aging to find out if there's any assistance through one of their programs or charities in your area. I hate to sound negative but these are big business - just like babies disposable diapers so you're not likely to find a free source.

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KelleyBean

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Feb 26, 2010

loretta,

I know for a fact that medicare doesnt cover this. I have been searching for quite some months and have no found any help on it financially. what i do know is that CVS pharmacy has their own brand and its about $2 cheaper than depends. but thats here in my state of VA. Keep your receipt. These things are tax deductible!!

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AlzCaregiver

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Feb 26, 2010

Use the pads inside the depends, that sometimes saves on pullons costs.
Also, join http://www.freecycle.org and occasionally ask for free depends or pads. Sometimes folks are moving to another brand or to larger size and might have extras. I had an extra package of something that didn't work, but cut them in half and used them as additional padding in back for nights.

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roxie

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Mar 11, 2010

I your family member on Medicaid...if so Medicaid will cover the cost of diapers, gloves, and pads....
Medicare does not....which is a total shame....

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