Choosing Incontinence Pants for NDIS Participants: A Guide
Start With the Individual's Actual Needs
As with any incontinence product decision, begin with:
Typical absorbency needs (light, moderate, or heavy)
Daytime versus overnight requirements
Mobility considerations that might affect ease of changing (pull-up style versus tab-style briefs, for example)
Working With Documented Needs
NDIS-funded continence supports are generally tied to an assessed, documented need. It's worth working with the participant's treating health professional to ensure the chosen product type and quantity align with what's been assessed and included in the plan.
Choosing a Registered Provider
Purchasing through a registered NDIS provider, like Bestiee, can simplify the process — particularly for NDIA-managed plans, where purchases often need to go through registered providers specifically.
Practical Considerations for Carers and Support Workers
Ease of use matters — a simple pull-up design can reduce time and effort during changes, particularly relevant in support work or family care settings
Consistent sizing — using a proper size chart avoids fit issues that can lead to leaks or discomfort, regardless of who's assisting with changes
Bulk or subscription ordering — helps maintain consistent supply for ongoing, funded needs without repeated individual purchases
Reviewing and Adjusting Over Time
Needs can change — plan reviews are a good opportunity to reassess whether the current product type, size, and quantity still match the participant's actual, current needs.
Getting Support With the Process
If you're unsure how continence supports fit into a specific plan, the participant's support coordinator, NDIS planner, or Local Area Coordinator can offer guidance specific to that plan — providers like Bestiee can then help fulfill the chosen product needs.
The Bottom Line
Start with the individual's actual, documented needs, work with a registered provider where relevant, and review periodically — a straightforward process once the right pieces are in place.
Supporting NDIS participants with genuine care. Bestiee is a registered NDIS provider — reach out at bestiee.com to discuss continence supports for your plan.