External Key Contact Details/Organisations
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My Aged Care
1800 200 422
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Services Australia
1800 227 475
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NDIS
1800 800 110
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Carer Support: Carer Gateway
1800 422 737
“Australian Government program providing free services and support for carers”- Carer Gateway.
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Aged Care Quality and Safety Commission
1800 951 822
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The Salvation Army Australia
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Continence Health Australia - National Hotline (Free)
1800 33 00 66
Speak with a Continence Nurse Specialist, a confidential and free service offering advice and support.
Access online resources on common topics that may assist in answer your questions or concerns. Enquiry into whether any financial assistance for your continence issues is available.
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Bowel Cancer Australia
1800 727 336
You can speak with Bowel Cancer Australia employed nurses & dieticians regarding dietary advice for your stoma. These are two of many examples of the free services available to those who have been diagnosed with bowel cancer.
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Australian Association of Stomal Therapy Nurses
You can then select “Find a Stoma Nurse” and explore Stomal Therapy Nurses in your region to contact.
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Wounds Australia
1800 870 855
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Health Direct
“government-funded service, providing quality, approved health information and advice” - Health Direct
1800 022 222 (24 hour service)