Your guide to CAPS

What is the Continence Aids Payment Scheme (CAPS)?

The CAPS is an Australian Government scheme that provides a payment to assist eligible people who have permanent and severe incontinence to meet some of the costs of their incontinence products.

How much is the CAPS payment?

• Payment for 2011-12 is up to $506.30 indexed annually
• The first payment is based on a pro-rata rate from the date Medicare Australia receive an application form
• Applicants can choose an annual payment in July, or biannual payments in July and January each financial year

Who is eligible for CAPS?

Persons must be 5 years or older AND have permanent and severe loss of bladder and/or bowel function (incontinence) AND meet one of the following requirements:

A - incontinence due directly to an eligible neurological condition;

OR

B - incontinence caused by an eligible "other" condition, provided the applicant has a Centrelink Pensioner Concession Card or entitlement, whether as a primary cardholder or a dependent of a cardholder

OR

C - incontinence caused by an eligible "other" condition and has a Department of Veterans' Affairs Pensioner Concession Card or entitlement, whether as a primary cardholder or a dependent of a cardholder

To find out more about eligibility and eligible conditions visit our CAPS eligibility page.

Choosing Intouch Direct as your nominated healthcare provider

Intouch Direct has been supplying continence products to Australian's for over 25 years; delivering a wide range of specialised healthcare and wellness products direct-to-door, Australia wide.

Intouch Direct is the preferred healthcare provider for many Australians due to their long standing history, healthcare range, exceptional service and extensive experience.

Next Steps

Useful links

• CAPS Eligibility
• CAPS Frequently Asked Questions
• From CAAS to CAPS
• CAPS Application Form