What are the "bare necessities?"
Hygiene Poverty
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According to provisonpromise.org 74% of low-income families who can't afford household necessities will skip laundry and dishes.
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73% of low-income households will cut back on food expenses to afford hygiene products.
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Menstrual Equity
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According to World Bank, 1 in 4 teens and 1 in 3 adults struggle to afford feminine hygiene products.
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This directly affects the increase in female drop out rates, the decrease of women in the workforce, and an increase in female depression rates.
Diaper Insecurity
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According to Brightpoint.org, approximately 1 in 2 caregivers experience diaper insecurity.
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1 in 3 caregivers skip a bill in order to afford diapers.
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28% of adults experiencing diaper insecurity will skip meals to conserve money.
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Mothers who experience diaper insecurity are more likely to report depression and anxiety.
Adult Incontinence Product Access
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According to The National Diaper Bank Network, over 25 million adult Americans experience temporary or chronic urinary incontinence.
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This includes but is not limited to individuals with disabilities, post childbirth or surgery, and the elderly community.
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This is a costly purchase that most on fixed incomes have to prioritize over food, gas, and additional expenses.