You can access a continence assessment in Granville by contacting A1 Care Group directly by phone on 0494 047 778 or by email at [email protected]. No GP referral is required to book an appointment, although a referral letter can assist in supporting NDIS funding applications. Our friendly team will guide you through the booking process and answer any questions you have about the assessment before you get started.
Yes, continence assessments are generally covered under the NDIS Improved Daily Living support category for eligible NDIS participants. Furthermore, the NDIS Continence Funding Program may provide eligible participants with annual funding for continence products, subject to a formal clinical assessment. Our team can confirm your eligibility and assist you with the funding process from start to finish.
A standard continence assessment with A1 Care Group typically takes between 60 and 90 minutes. However, the duration may vary depending on the complexity of your situation, the number of conditions being assessed, and the breadth of discussion required. Your clinician will ensure you have ample time to discuss all of your concerns thoroughly and comfortably.
Absolutely. All of A1 Care Group's continence assessments are conducted via telehealth, which means you can access expert, professional continence care from your home in Granville or any surrounding suburb. This service is available to clients throughout New South Wales and across all of Australia. All you need is a device with internet access and a quiet, private space for your appointment.
Before your appointment, it is helpful to keep a bladder or bowel diary for at least two to three days if possible. You should also gather any relevant medical documentation, including a current list of your medications, any previous diagnoses related to your bladder or bowel, and details of any treatments or products you have already tried. Your clinician will provide further guidance when you contact us to book.
Yes, A1 Care Group provides telehealth continence assessments to clients in Granville and all surrounding Western Sydney suburbs, including Merrylands, Parramatta, Auburn, Woodville, South Granville, Clyde, Holroyd, Rosehill, Harris Park, Wentworthville, Guildford, Berala, Lidcombe, and Regents Park, among many others. Because our service is telehealth-based, we can also support clients anywhere else in New South Wales or across Australia.
No referral is required to book a continence assessment with A1 Care Group. However, if you are an NDIS participant and would like to access funding for your assessment, a support coordinator or plan manager referral can be helpful. Similarly, a letter from your GP or specialist can provide useful clinical background information that assists your continence nurse in preparing for your appointment. In either case, you are welcome to contact us first and we will advise you on the best approach for your situation.
