What Is an NDIS Continence Assessment?

A continence assessment by a Registered Nurse evaluates a participant's bladder and bowel function, identifies the type and cause of incontinence, and produces a documented continence management plan. This assessment is used to:

• Justify NDIS funding for continence aids (pads, catheters, commodes, bed protection)
• Identify whether catheter management (a HIDPA) is required and appropriate
• Inform the participant's broader health and personal care plan
• Provide evidence for NDIS plan review and functional assessments

What TrustCare's Continence Assessment Includes

• Bladder assessment — voiding frequency, urgency, nocturia, leakage type, fluid intake, medication review
• Bowel assessment — stool type (Bristol Stool Scale), frequency, control, constipation history
• Participant history — relevant medical conditions, surgical history, medications affecting continence
• Physical assessment — where clinically indicated and consented
• Continence management plan — product recommendations, toileting schedule, fluid management advice, escalation pathway
• NDIS-formatted report — suitable for submission to plan managers, support coordinators, and NDIS reviewers
• Recommendations for further investigation — specialist referral, catheter consideration, or allied health involvement where indicated

Who Benefits from a Continence Assessment

A continence assessment is particularly valuable for:

• Participants with newly diagnosed or changed continence needs
• Participants seeking NDIS funding for continence aids for the first time or at plan review
• Participants where a support worker or carer has raised concerns about continence management
• Participants transitioning from hospital or residential care to the community
• Participants with spinal cord injury, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson's disease, or acquired brain injury where neurogenic bladder or bowel is common

Who Can Refer

Registered NDIS providers, support coordinators, and plan managers. We do not accept direct referrals from participants — all referrals must be through a registered provider or coordinator.

NDIS Funding

Continence assessments are typically funded under Community Nursing Care (Group 0114) or Improved Daily Living depending on the participant's plan. Our RN can advise on the appropriate funding category when the referral is received.