Incontinence Product Selection: A guide for care teams and management

Choosing the right incontinence solution is not just about products. It is about supporting dignity, reducing workload, and using time and resources wisely in daily care. This guide introduces how value-based incontinence product selection can help you improve outcomes - for residents, caregivers, and your care facility.

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Why value-based incontinence product selection matters

Incontinence care is part of everyday routines in nursing homes and care facilities. Small decisions made during product selection can affect the entire day - for both residents and caregivers.

When products do not match the residents’ needs, the consequences are often immediately noticeable. Residents may experience leaks, discomfort, and reduced confidence. Caregivers may spend more time on product changes, cleaning, and laundry instead of personal care. 

Value-based incontinence product selection means looking beyond the incontinence product itself. It focuses on choosing solutions that support comfort, reduce unnecessary work, and improve the total outcome of care—not just the purchase price.

Start with the user of the product

Every resident has individual needs. That is why the best incontinence solution always starts with understanding the person.

The aim is to find a solution that is as small as possible and as large as necessary. This supports comfort, reduces the risk of leaks, and helps maintain dignity in everyday life. If you want a great place to start, try ABENA's incontinence product selector which will give you a quick overview of suitable incontinence product for your residents unique situation.

Support caregivers in their daily work

Caregiving involves many repetitive and physically demanding tasks. Incontinence care, in particular, can take up a significant amount of time and energy.

The right incontinence solution can ease this pressure by using the right pad, brief, pants, or guard, which makes changes easier, reduces leaks, and thus the amount of laundry and bed changes needed.

Further, when residents trust their incontinence products, they are more likely to stay active, participate in social activities, and maintain a sense of independence.