Information for health and community care professionals

60 page A4 colour booklet for home and community care providers for information about caring for people with MND in the home setting.

60 page book compiled following many requests from care providers, residential care staff and from people with motor neurone disease and their carers for information about caring for people with MND in the residential care setting.

42 page booklet about MND care for the primary health care team.

All health and community care professionals with an interest in MND are encouraged to become a Special Interest group (SIG) member. SIG is an informal e-network and a vital resource for health and community care professionals that facilitates the sharing of knowledge, experiences and information.

The diagnosis of motor neurone disease (MND) is often difficult and may require observing symptom progression for some time before the diagnosis can be given with some certainty.

Timely referrals and diagnosis is crucial in ensuring the needs of people living with MND are met from the earliest possible stage.

A quick reference tool for paramedics on providing optimal care and support for people with MND.

Endorsed by the Australasian College of Paramedicine.

The FlexEquip Referral Form is completed by a healthcare professional who has assessed a participant's needs and requirements. More information about FlexEquip.

View free recorded presentations from previous Special Interest Group workshops, Ask the Experts events and Allied Health Professional Forums.