Incontinence Program

Control is the Goal Program

Our skilled home health incontinence program is designed to strengthen the pelvic floor muscles that influence bladder and bowel function through a four-step process which is implemented by our therapy team. Certain medical conditions, medications or surgeries can affect bladder control, but incontinence is NOT an inevitable part of aging. These deficits can often be effectively managed or even reversed, with this evidence-based program.

Program objectives:

Improved continence, with decrease or elimination of urine leakage
Increased balance and ambulation skills, reducing the risk of falls
Better rest and sleep with fewer interruptions to use the bathroom
Enhanced quality of life, willingness to socialize and participate in activities without the emotional and physical encumbrances associated with incontinence briefs and supplies

Interactive Patient Guide

A printed patient-focused guide designed to offer incontinence tools, education and exercise techniques to support long-term success.

Our Four-Step Approach

Our clinician assessments address self-awareness/management, mobility, dietary factors, social activities, safety, medication factors, strength/flexibility, environmental clues and voiding patterns. Then our physical therapists implement a four-step approach utilizing:

Physiological quieting
Core strengthening
Pelvic floor strengthening
Dietary recommendations

Components of the Program

Occupational and Physical Therapy Team

An Elara Caring therapist works one-on-one with the patient to strengthen muscles and decrease factors that influence incontinence.

Call Us First

We are just a phone call away 24 hours per day, 7 days per week. If you have a question or concern we want you to call us for help. We are ready to listen, answer questions, give direction and take action whenever you need us.

Meet Irene

Irene is 73 years old and recently started in-home care after feeling weaker and more unsteady following a urinary tract infection. Her doctor recommended skilled nursing, physical therapy and occupational therapy to help her regain strength and stay safe at home.

During her care, Irene shared another challenge she had been living with for years: urinary incontinence. She has a condition called neurogenic bladder and was having accidents several times a day. At night, she often couldn’t make it to the bathroom in time and needed to use pads.

This was affecting her daily life in a big way. Irene rarely left home because she was worried about accidents. She missed time with family and friends and felt limited in what she could do.

How Skilled Home Health Helped Irene

Her occupational therapist introduced the Control is the Goal program to help improve bladder control. Irene learned simple exercises, breathing techniques and other ways to better manage her symptoms.

She stayed consistent with her exercises and practiced what she learned every day.

Over time, Irene began to see real progress. By the end of her care, she was having fewer than two accidents a week. She was able to get to the bathroom at night and no longer needed to change pads as often. She also didn’t need multiple showers each day.

Most importantly, Irene felt more confident. She was able to go out to dinner with her family again without worry.

With the right support at home, Irene regained control, confidence and the freedom to enjoy her life again.

In-Home Care for Incontinence

Incontinence is a common condition that affects bladder or bowel control and can impact daily comfort, confidence and independence. With the right support, many individuals living with incontinence can successfully manage symptoms, reduce episodes and continue living safely at home.

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