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Basic daily fee
All residents of Australian Government subsidised aged care can be asked to pay a basic daily fee as a contribution towards accommodation costs and living expenses, such as meals, cleaning, laundry, heating and cooling.
beyondblue
beyondblue is a national, independent, not-for-profit organisation working to address issues associated with depression, anxiety and related substance misuse disorders in Australia. beyondblue is a bipartisan initiative of the Australian, state and territory governments with a key goal of raising community awareness about depression and reducing stigma associated with the illness.
Bowel specialists (continence)
A general practitioner would conduct an initial assessment for bowel incontinence. If need be, the doctor will refer people to a specialist in bowel conditions (a 'bowel specialist'), such as a colorectal surgeon or gastroenterologist, to discuss treatment that may improve the condition.
