Financial assistance

State and Territory Schemes

State and Territory schemes provide a range of continence products and equipment to people living in the community who have a permanent or long-term disability.

  • the name of the scheme differs between states
  • what and how much continence products or funding differs between states
  • not all state-based schemes provide disposable continence products such as pads
  • there may also be a waiting list to access a scheme
  • all people receiving assistance will need to be assessed by a relevant health professional.

Learn more about what funding is available in your state or territory below:

SEEK HELP

For further information on financial assistance that is available in your state or territory contact the National Continence Helpline on 1800 33 00 66.

The National Continence Helpline is staffed by Nurse Continence Specialists who offer free and confidential information, advice and support. They also provide a wide range of continence-related resources and information on local services.

 

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Last Updated: Mon 22, Jul 2024
Last Reviewed: Sun 29, Mar 2020