Information, assistance and coordination of care for families of children with asthma or other chronic illness.
Paediatric Care Coordination supports families of children with chronic conditions. This may include:
- asthma
- eczema
- diabetes
- respiratory disease
- any chronic health condition
Care coordination is provided by an experienced Paediatric Nurse and Asthma Education.
This service is provided free of charge.
Frequently asked questions
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How will your Care Coordinator help you?
Your Care Coorinator will work with you to design a program which best suits the needs of your family.
This may include:
- Teaching your child and family about your child’s medical condition including sign, symptoms, medications, management.
- Follow up phone support.
- Coordination of Community Health and Allied Health appointments.
- Age appropriate education tools.
- Schools, kindergarten, and childcare management strategies.
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What services do the Care Coordination Team provide?
Care Coordination services are provided by qualified health professionals and deliver a variety of services depending on your needs.
These may include:
- Dietitian
- Occupational therapy
- Counselling
- Exercise options
- Education at kindergarten and schools
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Where is care delivered?
Appointments can be made at home or a location which best suits the needs of your family
Family members are encouraged to attend.
Community Health Centre appointments are also available.
Page last updated: 18 February 2021
