Part of our Wellness for Independence® programs

Pain Management Wellness

A proactive, pain management program aimed at helping older people understand pain, the factors that can affect our experience of pain, and strategies for reducing or managing both acute and chronic pain.

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Benefits

Chronic pain affects one in three adults over 65 years of age, accounting for over 3 million Australians. Chronic pain can cause significant disruption to a person’s quality of life, affecting them physically, emotionally, socially and economically.

integratedliving's Pain Management Wellness program will provide people with an understanding of the risk factors that increase the chance of developing pain, pain management strategies, and the role of exercise, medication, nutrition, mind health and evidence-based complementary therapies in the management of pain.

Reduce pain and improve quality of life.
Reduce and manage risk factors that lead to pain.
Maintain independence through better pain management.

What's included?

The program includes:

16 weeks of interactive learning within a small and supportive group, led by a registered nurse or allied health professional. This includes a pre and post health assessment.
An iPad on loan for the duration of the program if required.
An iHealth device to assist with activity and monitoring sleep patterns, which is yours to keep.
A program manual which includes important resources relating to the program. This is yours to keep.
Assistance in the initial set-up of your internet and devices.
In-depth weekly sessions on crucial topics such as the body’s pain system, chronic pain management strategies, the role of medications, how to manage pain flare ups, the benefits of active strategies to reduce pain, exercise for pain management and how to improve quality of life for people living with pain and those that care for them.
Expert and friendly clinical staff to guide you throughout the program, including ongoing technical support and assistance.
Reflection exercises to keep you engaged and learning throughout the program.
A wonderfully supportive atmosphere with social interaction and important learning for 16 weeks.

“Pain will affect us all at some point in our lives. Understanding pain and pain management strategies will help people deal with and learn to control pain when it arrives. This program is specifically designed for older Australians interested in learning how to manage chronic and acute pain and improve their quality of life.

“Our Wellness for Independence® programs include evidence-based information that will benefit anyone who participates. As a Registered nurse for over 30 years, I continue to learn so much from these programs. Even small changes in our everyday lives will enhance our health and wellbeing.”

Christine Crockett
Registered Nurse Lead and Wellness for Independence® program facilitator

Eligibility criteria*

You need to be aged over 65 or over 50 for Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islanders.
Some services may be available to people aged under 65.

*Other eligibility criteria may apply Contact us for more info.

How is this service delivered?

How can I access this service?

You can access this service in several ways, depending on your needs and individual situation.

In Centre

You can attend one of our Wellness or Activity Centres to take part in this service.

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In Community

A team member can help take you from A to B in your local community.

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Delivered Online

We can deliver this service to you over a video call on a computer or tablet.

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How can I pay?

There are several ways to access our services and programs, including the funding options outlined below.

Government Funding

Home Care Package and Commonwealth Home Support Program options.

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Private pay

You can choose to pay for our programs and services if you are not receiving funding.

The support you need

Your needs are different to others and we understand that. Get started now or call us to chat about how we can help you stay living, feeling and being well.

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