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The Simon Foundation For Continence

Organization URL(s)

webmaster@simonfoundation.org
www.simonfoundation.org  External Link

Other Contact Information

P.O. Box 815
Wilmette, IL 60091

800-237-4666 (Voice - Toll-free)
847-864-3913 (Voice)
847-864-9758 (FAX)

Description

A nonprofit organization formed in 1983, the Simon Foundation for Continence is an educational organization dedicated to providing assistance and support to those suffering from urinary incontinence and their families. In addition, the Foundation promotes public awareness, reviews relevant legislation, and encourages the medical profession's interest in this condition. The Foundation attempts to help the 33 million or so Americans who suffer this problem by organizing self-help groups and distributing up-to-date information on urinary incontinence. Funds are raised by donation and membership fees.

Online Resources

Print Resources

The Foundation distributes several books and videotapes on incontinence including Managing Incontinence: A Guide to Living with The Loss of Bladder Control; a 25 minute film, The Solution Starts With You; and a series of seven videotapes for professional education, the "I Will Manage" educational/support group program. Serial publication: Informer (newsletter), quarterly--new techniques and devices for urinary control and self-help group news.

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Review Date

Wed Mar 15, 2006