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FTAW 2025 - Feeding Tube Awareness Week

Tube Feeding Awareness Week: Empowering Lives Through Tube Feeding


Tube Feeding Awareness Week is an important time to celebrate and raise awareness about how tube feeding provides individuals with the vital nutrition and hydration they need to live fulfilling lives. For many people with medical conditions that make eating or drinking by mouth difficult or impossible, tube feeding is not just a medical necessity—it is a source of empowerment, independence, and improved quality of life.


At Kalkoup Clinics, we work closely with individuals and families in the tube-feeding community. This week, we want to highlight the importance of tube feeding, share local Perth resources for accessing supplies, and educate others on this often misunderstood but life-changing medical intervention.


What is Tube Feeding?


Tube feeding, also known as enteral feeding, involves delivering liquid nutrition directly into the stomach or small intestine through a feeding tube. It may be used temporarily or long-term for individuals with a wide range of medical conditions, such as:

• Neurological disorders (e.g., cerebral palsy)

• Swallowing difficulties or digestive issues (e.g, dysphagia).

• Chronic conditions (e.g. cystic fibrosis).


Far from being limiting, tube feeding ensures individuals receive the nutrition and hydration they need to thrive, empowering them to focus on living rather than struggling to eat or drink.


Local Perth Suppliers for Tube Feeding Consumables


Accessing the right supplies is essential for effective tube feeding. Perth has several reliable suppliers offering high-quality equipment and consumables:

1. Surgical House

• Website: surgicalhouse.com.au

• A trusted supplier of enteral feeding equipment and consumables, including feeding tubes, syringes, and nutritional formulas. Surgical House also provides convenient home delivery options.

2. Independent Living Centre WA (ILC)

• Website: ilc.com.au

• Offers advice and support for families needing feeding equipment and assistive technologies.


Another fantastic Australian suppliers is:

3. BrightSky Australia

• Website: brightsky.com.au

• An online supplier of feeding pumps, formulas, tubes, and cleaning supplies.


Supporting local businesses like these ensures ongoing access to the supplies that enable tube-fed participants to live healthy, independent lives.


Breaking the Stigma Around Tube Feeding


Despite its benefits, tube feeding is often misunderstood. Tube Feeding Awareness Week is a great opportunity to educate others and promote understanding. Here’s what we want people to know:

• Tube Feeding is Empowering: It allows individuals to stay nourished and hydrated, giving them the energy and freedom to live their lives fully.

• It’s a Lifeline, Not a Limitation: Tube feeding transforms lives by providing a safe and effective way to meet nutritional needs.

• The Community is Strong: The tube-feeding community is full of families, participants, and advocates who share experiences and resources to support each other.


How Kalkoup Clinics Supports Tube-Fed Participants


At Kalkoup Clinics, we are dedicated to supporting individuals who are tube-fed. Our services include:

• Training for families, support workers, and school staff to manage tube feeding with confidence.

• Guidance on accessing NDIS funding for tube feeding consumables and related support services.

• Clinical expertise and advocacy to ensure participants receive the best possible care and resources.


Get Involved in Tube Feeding Awareness Week

• Share Stories: Help raise awareness by sharing your experience or the stories of tube-fed individuals.

• Support Local Businesses: Choose local suppliers like Surgical House, BrightSky, and others for your consumable needs.

• Join the Conversation: Use hashtags like #TubeFeedingAwareness and #TubeFeedingWeek to connect with others in the community.



Tube feeding is not a limitation—it is a life-changing tool that enables individuals to live healthier, fuller lives. This Tube Feeding Awareness Week, let’s celebrate the strength and resilience of those who rely on tube feeding and the incredible support networks that make it all possible.


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