Continence Assessment in Footscray, Vic

Personalised continence support that respects dignity, culture and everyday life
Bladder and bowel concerns can affect comfort, confidence and independence at any age. If you live in Footscray or surrounding inner-west Melbourne suburbs, A1 Care Group provides professional continence assessments designed around your needs, routines and goals.

Our approach is practical, respectful and culturally aware, with clear guidance you can actually use day to day.

Who Is a Continence Assessment For?

Our continence assessment service in Footscray supports:
  • NDIS participants of all ages
  • Children, adults and older people with continence difficulties
  • People living with physical, neurological or developmental conditions
  • Individuals experiencing changes in continence due to health, disability or ageing
  • Individuals experiencing changes in continence due to health, disability or ageing
Early assessment can reduce discomfort, stress and long-term complications.

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What is a Continence Assessment?

A continence assessment is a nursing-led assessment that looks at bladder and bowel health and how continence impacts daily life. The aim is to understand the causes, identify risks and recommend supports that improve comfort, safety and independence.

Your assessment may include:

  • Review of bladder and bowel patterns
  • Discussion of continence concerns, triggers and routines
  • Assessment of toileting environment and accessibility
  • Review of continence products currently used
  • Consideration of mobility, transfers and posture
  • A personalised continence assessment form and care plan
  • A professional continence report suitable for NDIS funding
A personalised continence assessment form and care plan
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How Continence Assessments Are Delivered in Footscray

Assessments are completed by a qualified Continence Nurse Consultant or Registered Nurse with experience supporting people from diverse backgrounds and needs.
Appointment options include:

Telehealth appointments for convenience or flexibility

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Appointments are unhurried and conducted in a private, comfortable setting.

What You’ll Receive After the Assessment

After your assessment, you’ll receive:

  • A personalised continence care plan
  • Practical bladder and bowel management strategies
  • Recommendations for suitable continence pads or aids
  • Clear guidance for participants, families and support workers
  • An NDIS-ready continence report
  • Clear guidance for participants, families and support workers

Our goal is to make continence support easier, not overwhelming.

Why Continence Support Matters

The right continence support can help to:

  • Reduce accidents and discomfort
  • Improve hygiene and skin health
  • Build confidence and emotional wellbeing
  • Make daily routines safer and more manageable
  • Support independence and community participation
  • Reduce stress for families and carers
  • Strengthen NDIS planning and funding requests

Small, well-planned changes can make a big difference over time.

Continence Services Available in Footscray

A1 Care Group provides a full range of continence-related services, including:
  • Continence Assessments
  • Individualised Continence Care Plans
  • Continence Report Services
  • Bladder and Bowel Management
  • Toilet Training for children and adults
  • Bedwetting (Nocturnal Enuresis) support
  • Continence product and pad recommendations
  • Stoma and catheter care
  • Education for families and support workers
  • Ongoing reviews and follow-up support
All services are delivered with care, privacy and consistency.

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Areas We Support Near Footscray

Areas We Support Near Footscray

  • Footscray — Vic
  • West Footscray
  • Yarraville
  • Seddon
  • Maidstone
  • Sunshine
  • Maribyrnong
  • Inner-west Melbourne suburbs (via telehealth)

Why Choose A1 Care Group?

  • Experienced and compassionate continence nurses
  • In-home and telehealth assessment options
  • Practical advice suited to real-life routines
  • Clear, professional continence documentation
  • NDIS-ready reports and care plans
  • Person-centred and culturally respectful approach
  • Flexible appointment scheduling

We focus on care that supports dignity, independence and choice.

Book a Continence Assessment in Footscray

If you or someone you support needs continence guidance, our team is ready to help.
Support starts with understanding — and we’re here to support you.

Get in touch with A1 Care Group for Continence Assessment in Footscray, Victoria

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