Dementia Carers Count support ‘End the Pad Gap’ campaign
Dementia Carers Count has joined supporters of the ‘End the Pad Gap’ campaign by signing a letter to NHS procurement leaders to challenge the limits on incontinence product provision that many people, including those with dementia, are facing.
‘End the Pad Gap’, which is also supported by Prostate Cancer UK, The Royal College of Nursing, Bladder and Bowel UK, The Urology Foundation and hygiene product manufacturer Essity, is asking for fair and consistent access to continence products for all who need them.
Helen Pyper, Head of Policy and Campaigns at Dementia Carers Count, says:
“Over half of people with dementia develop incontinence. This adds hugely to the stress dementia carers already feel. Many carers tell us coping with incontinence issues was the straw that broke the camel’s back.
Access to the right protective products helps carers keep caring for longer, knowing the person they care for is comfortable and living with dignity.”
You can read the letter here: https://www.essity.com/Images/Open%20Letter_Essity%20End%20The%20Pad%20Gap_tcm339-249985.pdf