Welcome to AWCH

AWCH is a national organisation advocating for the needs of children, young people and families within the health care system in Australia.

Focusing upon the psycho-social needs of children and young people, AWCH is involved in education, advocacy, research and consultation, support to families and health professionals, information provision, and is available to give talks about the special needs of children in hospital and/or AWCH Services.

10 ways AWCH is helping you help kids

• Telephone Information Line 1800 244 396 ~
  toll free parent enquiries number for parents calling from outside of the Sydney metropolitan area
• Library and Resource Centre
• Videos and DVDs
• Hospitalisation Resources
• AWCH Hospital Ward Grandparent Scheme
• Support Group Information 
• Fact Sheets and Brochures
• Hospital Familiarisation Program
• Policies, standards, guidelines
• AWCH website