Education Library

    Simple, practical guides and videos designed to help you provide confident care. Everything here is written in plain language for everyday use.

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    Government Support

    NDIS — For Participants

    How NDIS participants can access continence supports, including assessments and funding for products.

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    Health Organisation

    Continence Foundation of Australia

    Australia's peak body for continence — offering information, education, and support for anyone affected by incontinence.

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    Government Support

    My Aged Care

    Government-funded aged care services, including continence support at home for older Australians.

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    Government Support

    DVA — Continence Products

    How veterans and their families can access continence products and clinical support through the RAP program.

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    Health Organisation

    IUGA — Patient Information

    International expert resources on pelvic floor health, bladder control, and surgical options.

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    Health 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. Includes video content.

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    Health Organisation

    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.

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    Health Organisation

    One Simple Morning Routine To Reduce Confusion

    A simple morning routine that can help reduce confusion for someone living with dementia.

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    Health Organisation

    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.

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    Health Organisation

    How To Talk To Siblings About Caregiving

    Practical tips for talking with brothers and sisters about sharing the care.

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    Health Organisation

    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.

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    Health Organisation

    Caring for Someone with Dementia: Taking Care of Yourself (NARI)

    A short video from the National Ageing Research Institute on the importance of self-care for dementia carers, with practical tips on sharing the care and finding support.

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    Health Organisation

    LiveUp — Healthy Ageing Resources

    Practical tools, exercises, and tips to help older Australians stay independent and active — from social activities to assistive products and culturally tailored resources.

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    Health Organisation

    IAWR — Aboriginal Ageing Well Research

    Research and resources for improving the health and wellbeing of older Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people — including dementia prevention, cognitive assessment, and healthy ageing programs.

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    Government Service

    Continence Aids Payment Scheme (CAPS)

    An Australian Government program that provides a payment to eligible people to help with the cost of buying continence products — $717.10 per year for those with permanent and severe incontinence.

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    Together we're building a supportive community of Australians who understand what this journey is really like.

    The information on ACE Care gap is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice. For personal health concerns, please speak with your GP, continence nurse, or a qualified healthcare professional. In an emergency, always call 000.

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