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Paediatric Continence
Assessments
National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) participants & Private Engagement ages 0-18.
Continence issues in children are common, and can include bed wetting, daytime wetting, soiling, and constipation. These challenges can be linked to social withdrawal, low self-esteem, anxiety, and disruption to school and activities. With tailored management plans and practical tools, children are empowered to support continence issues, and their families and carers can feel supported in effectively implementing treatment.
Continence Support for Children and Young People
AH Nursing & Health Services are the leading Paediatric Continence Assessment team in Adelaide, South Australia. Our friendly team of Registered and Clinical Nurses provide in-person Continence Assessments to help children, families and their support teams to help manage bladder and bowel challenges in our community.
Our team deliver respectful, person-centred care, working closely with families, support coordinators and multidisciplinary teams to ensure recommendations are practical, sustainable and aligned with each child’s NDIS goals.
Do you need a continence assessment for a child you support? We can help you.
What is a Paediatric Continence Assessment?
A Paediatric Continence Assessment is a comprehensive nursing assessment of a child or young person's bladder and bowel function. All assessments are delivered by AHPRA-registered Clinical and Registered Nurses with strength in continence management and paediatric complex care.
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Our assessment considers medical, developmental, functional and environmental factors impacting continence and informs evidence-based strategies to support:
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participation in daily life
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independence and skill development
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comfort, dignity and wellbeing
What does the assessment involve?
A paediatric continence assessment may include:
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Health, developmental and continence history
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Review of bladder and bowel patterns
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Functional assessment (mobility, cognition, communication, sensory needs)
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Review of toileting routines, environments and supports
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Medication and relevant medical condition review
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Skin integrity and risk assessment
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Collaboration with parents, carers, support workers, and relevant professionals
AH Nursing & Health Services ensure to conduct Paediatric Continence Assessments using a family-centred and developmentally appropriate approach.
What will families receive?
Following the assessment, families may receive:
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A detailed NDIS-aligned continence assessment report
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Individualised bladder and bowel management recommendations
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Assistive technology and continence product recommendations (where appropriate)
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Education and training for parents, carers, and support workers
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Clinical documentation to support NDIS funding requests or plan reviews​
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Ongoing support or review.
Who is this service for?
For many, managing paediatric continence can be complex for children and their caregivers, particularly when disability or complex health needs are involved. This service is for:
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Children and young people ages 0-18 years
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Participants known to the National Insurance Disability Scheme
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Children with disability, developmental delay or complex medical needs
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Children experiencing incontinence, constipation, or toileting difficulties
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Families and carers requiring education, training, or support planning
Continence services are tailored to your needs and available to children and teens
Continence assessments
Continence reports
Continence plan review
Assistance accessing continence products, aids, and equipment
Planning assistance for optimal bowel health
Planning assistance for optimal bladder health
NDIS continence assessments and reports for funding support
Training and education for you, your care team, and your loved ones.
Get in touch today to learn more about how we can support your child.
Our 5-Step Care Journey:
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Start the conversation​
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Continence Assessment
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Strategies and
recommendations
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Products & Supplies
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Education & Guidance
Our nurses deliver respectful, person-centred care, working closely with families, support coordinators and multidisciplinary teams to ensure recommendations are practical, sustainable and aligned with each child’s NDIS goals.
With individualised assessment, evidence-based strategies and practical supports, continence concerns can be effectively managed, empowering children to build independence while providing families with the guidance and confidence to support them.
Booking a continence assessment or service.
AH Nursing & Health Services supports Paediatric Continence Assessments as a stand-alone service for participants supported by the NDIS and private clients.
We are located in: Adelaide, South Australia
Our Clinical Nurse — Continence Advisor will conduct continence assessments, care plans, and reports in the comfort of your home.