One of the most common questions we hear is whether pressure cushions are covered by Medicare. The short answer is no. Medicare does not fund pressure cushions in Australia. But if you or a family member has an NDIS plan, a DVA card, or a Home Care Package, you may be able to access funding through one of those pathways. Here is how each one works. Getting a pressure cushion through NDIS DVA funding Aged care funding Getting a Pressure Cushion Through NDIS Pressure cushions are classified as Assistive Technology (AT) under the NDIS. Depending on the price, they fall...

Wondering how much grab rails cost in Australia? Prices range from $30 for suction to $300 for wall-mounted stainless. Plus installation costs and funding options.

Wondering if NDIS covers kitchen aids? Find out which items qualify, how to claim through your plan, and what other funding pathways are available.

Wondering if your over chair table is NDIS-funded? Find out which support category applies, when an OT assessment is needed, and what to do if self-funded.

A bed pole in an aged care setting can make a real difference to how safely and confidently an older person moves in and out of bed. Used correctly and prescribed by the right professional, they support independence. Used incorrectly, they carry serious risks. This guide covers what bed poles are, when an occupational therapist (OT) assessment is required, how funding works, and how to introduce one to a resident or family member. Key takeaways Bed poles help older people reposition and transfer safely in and out of bed. In Australia, bed poles are classified as high-risk assistive technology and...

Yes, a bedside commode can be funded through Australia's Support at Home program. Find out how to request one, what the process looks like, and what to do if you're not yet approved.

Bedside commodes in Australia range from $60 to $500+. Learn what affects the price, whether to hire or buy, and how NDIS or a Home Care Package can reduce your costs.