You can get $1 back for each Huggies jumbo you buy if you send in your receipts to an organization called The Caregivers Marketplace. You simply enroll, print out their cash back form, wait until you've purchased five Huggies jumbos, and then send in the form with your receipts. You'll get a check back in four to six weeks. Who knew?
Have any of you participated in the program?
Feb 2, 2008
Get $1 Back on Every Huggies Jumbo You Buy
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Between the CVS coupons and this new program, I was able to get 13 packs of huggies diapers for
$3/pack!!!! Thank you so much for all the great tips!!!
I participate, and it is wonderful, however I have a daughter in body cast... so it is really needed!
lisa
This program isn't really designed for everyone, its designed for those who have medical problems. I would feel completely awful for sending in the form as I have a healthy child.
I agree totally cshell! I am giving it to a mom I know whose child is completely disabled.
You could always send in the form and donate your savings to a local children's charity or women's shelter...just a thought.
I have a 4 year old daughter with Autism. Hearing about a program like this is great as potty-training for special needs kiddos like her can take years. I wish we weren't still buying diapers for her, but that is our reality. Programs like this are a great help! Thanks!
Amy
I used to work for Kimberly-Clark so I'm glad that they are helping to offset the cost of diapers for those with disabled or special needs kids. Awesome! I'm going to pass this along to a few friends who just had disabled kids.
Thanks!
Under the FAQ's section of the website, it addresses the "caregiver" concern:
Do I have to be a caregiver to enroll?
No. We have designed Caregivers Marketplace with family caregivers in mind, but anyone who purchases caregiving products for himself or herself, or a loved one, can enroll in and use the program. Our program is truly for everyone who gives, gets or needs care.
i think that the program is really meant for those in need, with disabled adults or children in their house. i wouldn't have imagined participating if i had a healthy and normal daughter, but she was a preemie, in a brace for 2.5 months, now in a body cast for 3+ months, and a brace after that. she will be in physical therapy and what not. she will begin to walk as most children of the same age will be potty training. right now we use 2 diapers and one incontenance pad per change! the extra dollar helps, but really, do moms who work and have normal children really need to get in on the extra dollar?!? Just my opinion, i would hate to see the program pulled because a lot of people with healthy happy kids applied, and those of us with disabled children will be the ones sufffering.
"No. We have designed Caregivers Marketplace with family caregivers in mind, but anyone who purchases caregiving products for himself or herself, or a loved one, can enroll in and use the program. Our program is truly for everyone who gives, gets or needs care."
I'm pretty sure they wouldn't have said this if they minded if parents without disabled children use the program.
I happen to agree with the others...programs such as these are really in place to offset the costs of care for parents of disabled children or those caring for elderly. I would feel awful taking from this program just to save a buck or two, since I have 2 healthy children. I think the program is wonderful though..for those that are really in need and can benefit from it.
This is a wonderful program to benefit those with disabled children, not for those just seeking a bargain or discount site. Please don't take away from those that are truly in need of assistance. Thanks.
I have not felt the least bit awful using this program! I have two, healthy children. The program is for CAREGIVERS and that is what I am! Just because my children do not have special needs does not make the cost of diapering less. The company does not seem to fear a loss of funds or they would be very specific about who receives their money. Please don't judge me, especially under an anonymous name. I thought this was a friendly place to share ways to cut the expense of raising children.
If there was going to be a danger of the program getting shut down due to non-disability families using the perks, I don't think the FAQ would say that anyone can enroll. So, I say go for it! They are encouraging you to do so!
Found this in their January 2008 Newsletter.
"This program was designed to help caregivers save money, but the program is open to people from all walks of life. Whether you are tending to your disabled spouse, taking care of an aging relative, parenting your young children or just maintaining your own health with vitamins, Caregivers Marketplace can put money back in your pocket where it belongs."
And also from the Jan 2008 newsletter:
Please help spread the word about The Caregivers Marketplace by telling your friends and family about the cash back you receive on products you need.
As the program continues to gain popularity, we can offer you even more cash back opportunities.
Great sleuthing, Sage!
I think that helps clarify things a bit!
to colds1:
I am not in any way bashing those who use this program, I do myself. I just think that "caregiver" doesn't mean any parent, however the quotes here, taken out of text do make it sound like any parent can join. This is a friendly place to share, and I am sharing my opinion. You do not have to agree with me, and I don't have to agree with you, that is the beauty of it!
I will disagree with you however, having a special needs child will raise what I pay for diapers. Every change we go through a size 3 and a size 6, during the night add a poise pad (2 per night) and as I stated earlier, my child will not potty train on schedule (if there is really a schedule) adding to my already doubled cost of diapers. Changing is also required every 2 hours of awake time, 4 hours while sleeping. That makes 9 diaper changes a day, for a grand total of 18 diapers and 2 poise pads. If you can tell me that you use 19 diapers every day with your normal, healthy child, then you have proven me wrong, but I highly doubt it.
I post as anony... because I can't log in here, I did put my name at the end of my post, however it doesnt show on that one.
either way, I think that it is a wonderful program for those who are caring for disabled or elderly.
lisa
I was curious to see what all the commotion was about so I justed checked out the program site for myself. Under the "About Us" heading it reads: "Our mission is to ease some of the financial burden of caring for an ill, elderly or disabled family member or friend". After reading that I would have to agree that the program is MAIMLY intended for those with special needs. I have a healthy, beautiful daughter (15 months) for whom I am thanful for everyday. And although every dollar saved helps, I am, once again, thankfully able to provide for her w/o the aid of any special programs. With that said, I would not feel comfortable about taking advantage of the program. I would much rather that money go to families that truly need it. I think the program is in jepordy of being misinterpreted.
This program, to me, basically is for people who takes care of someone else. THAT IS WHAT THE WORD CAREGIVERS MEANS. The person they are taking care of does NOT have to disabled and it IS clearly stated on their most asked questions. So people please stop thinking you have the right more than others. We all want to save a buck or two when we can!
I guess any sympathy for those of us who do work full time and do support our special needs children is lost here. You have to understand those with special needs children pay more for everything. I just purchased a $500.00 car seat for my daughter that is not covered under insurance. I change twice the diapers per day. I pay $130.00 for 10 hours of day care a week because a conventional day care will NOT have a special needs child, it's too much work. I bust my but to support my child, and I am sure most of us do. I understand saving a buck here and there, but really, is the couple of dollars that a mom "caring" for a normal, healthy child worth taking advantage of a program meant for people caring for their loved ones? If the manuf. of the products listed wanted EVERY mother or father to have cheaper diapers, they'd make it easy and just cut the price. I can't believe the harshness of some of the posts. Yes, i am ENTITLED to join programs like this, i do not get WIC, i do not get federal or state insurance, i do not get a break on daycare or rent, i do not get SS (which i'm sure if i really wanted to plead my case, i could) but mothers of totally healthy children do... where is the break for those of us who have special needs kids and do all that we can to care for them? i hope that the dollar that you save, having a normal child, really helps you out. i know that i'm getting worked up but i just don't understand how having a normal healthy child entitles you to something that is for the care of elderly and disabled people. wow... another way for people to save a buck... i hope you sleep well at night, its people who are all about themselves that would take a program like this and turn it around to benefit themselves, just because they want the extra dollar at the end of the month. honestly, the whole thing makes me sick.
lisa
What box do you check? I'm confused? There isn't one saying mother or father or caring for a baby. What do you put?
I know what I feel comfortable with and what I don't. I personally view this site as meant for those with medical needs, which, at the current time we don't qualify. Although we may qualify in the future. I think its a great site doing wonderful things for people who need it.
I'm not sure why there is a big debate over this, all children need full-time care, disabled or not and you can't assume just because a child is healthy that the parent is not struggling with financial hardships. They state that their mission is to "offer cash back on products not typically covered by insurance or Medicare." Well diapers are expensive for any parent, and I can't think of any health plan that covers diapers!
I don't think anyone is discounting the time, money and energy that it takes to raise a special needs child. However, if a program like this says that they are open to ALL parents, then they are, and it's silly to get upset about it. I have emailed them on this specific issue and will update you as soon as I hear back.
I personally don't feel comfortable using this program either as the parent of healthy children. I will leave it for those who are truly in need. I don't want to be greedy.
I think this debate could go on for quite a while. I personally won't be using it because I have a healthy child and I just don't feel right about it. I think it's all a matter of conscience.
To anon 3:25,
As you have no doubt read in previous comments, there ARE people who have more of a right to it than others. For instance, those with sick and/or disabled children or family members.
Since I seemed have to started such a hot debate, I called the company up myself and asked pointblank: "If I have a completely healthy 10 month old baby, am I allowed to participate in your program by turning in my receipts for huggies diapers?" The lady on the phone said "of course, we consider parents of every child no matter if they have a disability or not, to be a caregiver, and therefore can participate in our program." She then went on to say that the more people they have to participate, the better it helps them to continue to help us all!
I still realize the opinions some of you have, and I respect them. I just wanted to let everyone know what a representative from the company actually said.
In case any of you would like to call and speak to one of the representatives yourself, the number is 1-800-888-0889.
(Sorry to have caused such an uproar)
Thanks skyfly. I called too and got a voicemail. Must have called when you were talking to her :)
I personally use the program for my 2 healthy children and I, like others do feel uncomfortable using the program so, we get our refunds and we donate them to our church fund that helps send the unfortunate children in the church to camp for a week during the summer. So far, we have given $57 and my kids LOVE LOVE LOVE handing over the money to the preacher!!! Just a thought...
The Caregivers Marketplace is not a charity. If you read their news releases available in the "About Us" section of their website, you can find references to a mission of "enhancing product flow from the manufacturer to the consumer." In another press release, an executive with Kimberly-Clark, Huggies' parent company, says that because of so many product choices, the cash back offers available through partnering with The Caregivers Marketplace "will differentiate our brands in-store every time consumers shop for these products." That means, for example, that because Pampers does not offer this deal, more people will buy Huggies instead. It is a marketing campaign, and, just like with other forms of rebates, only so many people will go through the rigmarole of consistently sending in for the rebates, and yet many more will be attracted to that product because the rebates are available. It's also a form of price differentiation - some people aren't willing to pay as much as others, and the company wants to be able to sell their product for more to the people willing to pay more. The website itself also clearly states that you can be purchasing products for yourself, even. No one should feel guilty for taking advantage of this offer.
I just got my first rebate check from them - $10 for buying 10 packages of Huggies (when they were on sale of course). Thanks, Angie! I'll be sharing this resource with my readers!
The only way this program would be in jeapordy is if the word DIDN'T get out and more people DON'T participate. Huggies is a business - it is in it to make money. It COSTS Huggies money to participate in this program. It COSTS caregiver's marketplace money to offer this (manpower, postage, sales, marketing, etc.) Huggies makes money on every diaper they sell - a signifigant ammount - even when they offer rebates such as this - they still make a signifigant profit. Although they participate as a way to give back to those in need - they also participate because it makes them money. Again, it initially COSTS them money to participate in this program. The more people that participate in it - the more the original cost is offset - the more money they make - the more likely they are to continue to participate in it. Those of you who object really should look at it from a business standpoint - not just a moral one (although I applaud you for your high morals - and would agree if they were applied in a different situation) You are actually doing a disservice to yourselves and those with special needs by NOT participating. If people don't support this program Huggies will simply pull their endorsement and support something else where people WILL participate. I agree with Lisa that this ISN'T a charity - if it were they would be giving A LOT more - like offering diapers at cost - but they are still a business and are in it to make money. For Lisa's sake and all other families out there with children with special needs - Please, Please participate so that Huggies continues to offer their support.
-Tiffany
Sorry - I just realized that Lisa wasn't the one who said it "isn't a charity" - but I still agree with "anonymous" who said it.
-Tiffany
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