Individual and Carer Resource Hub
Guides, videos, and checklists make trusted health information easier to find, understand and act upon for carers and people managing bladder or bowel care. Choose the tab that fits you.
Carer Resources
Practical help for carers, from continence tips and emotional support to checklists you can print and share.
Printable Fact Sheets
Take these resources with you. Easy-to-print guides for reference at home or to share with other family members.
Bladder and bowel leaks can affect how you feel
Leaks can affect confidence, mood, and relationships. Feeling worried or frustrated is common. Remember that the leaks are not your fault.
Stress can make urgency feel stronger. Support, practical advice, and small daily steps can help.
Helpful ideas
- Practise deep breathing and relaxation
- Track symptoms to find patterns
- Try gentle physical activity to support your mood
- Speak with a health professional or support group
Hydration and Nutrition Basics
How food and drink affect continence and overall wellbeing in older adults.
Tips for Managing Incontinence at Home
An occupational therapist shares practical tips for managing incontinence at home — covering aids, equipment, mobility, and simple changes to support independence and dignity.
Introduction to Skin Care
Learn how to protect skin and prevent irritation with simple daily checks and care.
Mental Health and Incontinence
A plain-language guide on the emotional impact of incontinence, with practical tips for supporting mental wellbeing and confidence.
Choosing the Right Products
A guide to finding the most comfortable and dignified continence products for your situation.
Toilet Access in Community
Find accessible public toilets across Australia using the National Public Toilet Map.
Early Warning Signs of Dementia
Learn to recognise the early signs of dementia — including memory loss, confusion, and difficulty with familiar tasks. From Dementia Australia.
Support for Family, Friends and Carers
Practical support for the 1.6 million Australians caring for someone with dementia. Covers self-care, family relationships, and links to the National Dementia Helpline.
Yes, Dementia Can Start In Your 50s
Dementia is not just something that happens in old age, it can begin in your 50s. This short video explains early signs to watch for and why early recognition matters.
One Simple Morning Routine To Reduce Confusion
A simple morning routine that can help reduce confusion for someone living with dementia.
How Dementia Affects The Brain And Why It Matters
A clear and simple explanation of how dementia changes the brain, and why understanding those changes helps you better support someone living with it.
How To Talk To Siblings About Caregiving
Talking with brothers and sisters about sharing care can be hard. This short video offers practical tips for having that conversation with less stress and more teamwork.
10 Common Signs of Alzheimer's
Knowing the early signs of Alzheimer's can help you get the right support sooner. This short video walks through 10 common changes to watch for in everyday life.
Carers Need Care Too: Healthify NZ
A plain-language guide to carer self-care — why looking after yourself matters, how to ask for help, emotional support, and practical ways to refill your own cup. From Healthify NZ.
Brain Health — Dementia Australia
Evidence-based tips for brain health and reducing dementia risk, from Australia's leading dementia organisation.
Art Centres Supporting Our Elders — NARI
Research from the National Ageing Research Institute showing how art centres improve wellbeing, social connection, and quality of life for older Australians.
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