Patient & Carer Resources
Wound Care Resources
Helpful information about wound care, funding options and support services for patients, carers and healthcare teams.
We've compiled a selection of resources to help patients, carers and healthcare professionals navigate wound care, funding options and support services. This page is updated regularly — please check back for new additions.
Understanding Your Wound
What is a Chronic Wound?
An overview of chronic wounds — what they are, why they occur, and why specialist assessment is important for wounds that aren't healing.
Venous Leg Ulcers Explained
Information about venous leg ulcers, including causes, symptoms, the role of compression therapy and what to expect from treatment.
Pressure Injuries: Prevention & Management
A guide to pressure injury risk factors, prevention strategies and what to do if a pressure injury develops.
Skin Tears: First Aid & Ongoing Care
How to manage skin tears at home, when to seek professional assessment, and how to prevent recurrence.
Funding & Support
NDIS & Wound Care
Information about accessing wound care services under the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS), including what supports may be funded.
Home Care Packages
How Home Care Package funding can be used to access wound care services at home, and how to arrange this through your provider.
Medicare Rebates for Wound Care
Information about Medicare rebates available for nurse practitioner consultations for eligible patients with no other funding options.
TAC & WorkSafe Claims
How to access wound care services under Transport Accident Commission (TAC) or WorkSafe Victoria claims.
Useful Links
Wounds Australia
The peak body for wound management in Australia. Resources, guidelines and education for healthcare professionals and consumers.
NDIS — National Disability Insurance Scheme
Official NDIS website for information about eligibility, plans and accessing supports.
My Aged Care
Australian Government portal for aged care services, including how to access Home Care Packages.
WorkSafe Victoria
Information about WorkSafe Victoria claims and accessing healthcare services for workplace injuries.
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