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Multiple Birth Association for WA celebrates 50 years 02 May 2024 The Multiple Birth Association of Western Australia is celebrating 50 years this year, increasing awareness and providing support for the unique challenges faced by parents of twins, triplets and more. The Multiple Birth Association was formed in May 1974 as the Twins Plus Club of WA by a group of mothers who felt the need for the companionship and sharing of experiences with other parents of multiple birth children. The association is a long-term tenant at King Edward Memorial Hospital and Kaye Ross, pictured with twins Bernadette and Ashton, and triplets Archer, Asher and Amour, has been a founding member of the association since 1974. The association is a not-for-profit organisation run by a committee of volunteer parents of multiple birth children. The group has grown to support over 500 families with advice, education and support services to multiple birth parents. The association p... -
April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month 17 April 2024 April marks Sexual Assault Awareness Month and it is a timely reminder of how we can contribute to reducing sexual violence. Talking about consent and sexual assault matters, and it can help to raise awareness and prevent sexual violence. Staff at the Sexual Assault Resource Centre (SARC) can provide support and help make a difference to survivors of sexual assault across WA. If you live with past trauma, it is recognised that healthcare appointments may be difficult. Your wellbeing is very important, and you can have a say in how you would like to be treated by a healthcare provider. SARC has developed a Sensitive Practice Request Form to help you have a say in things that will get you through your healthcare appointment. It also helps healthcare providers with making sure your needs are met in a safe and comfortable environment. You can print out the Sensitive Practice Request form or ... -
Brotherly love – Live kidney donation 14 March 2024 A Goldfields truck driver has provided the ultimate act of love by donating a kidney to his brother. It was a routine blood test that unveiled Kim Gooding's kidneys were not working well, and he had chronic kidney disease. The father of two boy's health deteriorated quickly after the diagnosis, and he underwent regular dialysis at Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital's Renal Unit. However, with little improvement it became obvious he would need a kidney transplant. For around 1,800 Australians currently on the organ transplant waitlist, it can be a matter of life and death. There are an additional 14,000 people on dialysis, some of whom may benefit from a kidney transplant. Kim's older brother Andrew said, we never had a conversation about it, I just went and got tested and I was a match. It was the ultimate gift, a second shot at life, a live kidney transplant just before Christmas 2023. The b... -
Cuddle Cot donated in memory of baby Tidus 11 January 2024 Osborne Park Hospital has received the donation of a Cuddle Cot from a family who experienced the tragedy of a baby born still and wanted to support others going through the same experience. Cuddle Cots provide invaluable support to families during a time of grief and loss and allow parents and their loved ones to spend precious time before saying their final goodbyes to their littlest loved ones. A Cuddle Cot is a bassinet cooling system that enables families to keep their baby close, create beautiful memories and spend time with their babies before they say goodbye. After the passing of their precious baby Tidus in October 2022, Alisha and Brent were determined to provide other parents with the same opportunity to get to know their little ones before they say goodbye. The family raised more than $6,500 in loving memory of Tidus to provide comfort, connection and support to familie... -
Congratulations Leanda Verrier 29 November 2023 Congratulations to Leanda Verrier who was awarded the Mental Health Employee or Volunteer Excellence Award at the 2023 WA Mental Health Awards. The WA Mental Health Awards showcase the dedication and contribution of individuals and teams who work to promote positive mental health. The Mental Health Employee or Volunteer Excellence Award recognises an outstanding contribution to mental health in WA by an individual employed or volunteering within WA's mental health sector. Leanda is the Statewide Coordinator of the Perinatal and Infant Mental Health program at KEMH. Leanda's contributions, dedication, leadership, and advocacy for recovery-oriented care have left a positive impact on mental health services in Western Australia. Leanda was presented with her award at the Celebration Ceremony on Thursday, 23 November at Hyatt Regency, Perth.
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20/12/2021