MAKING AN IMPACT

We connect generosity with action to support the wellbeing of patients and their families through the following areas of impact:

Enhancing the hospital experience for children and families

Improving equity of healthcare and access to healthcare for all

Enabling or promoting excellence, innovation or leading healthcare for improved patient outcomes and clinical care.

Some of our favourite moments

Research

$3+ million committed to research funding since 2024, helping improve health outcomes for infants in the NICU and beyond.

Family Gathering

150+ family members came together to honour and remember children and babies who have passed away, finding connection and support.

Laklinyeri Beach House

150 families navigating complex or palliative care have found rest, connection and precious time together since the Beach House opened.

Cocoon Program

168 infants received wraparound care and support through the award-winning Cocoon Program during its pilot.

Stories of impact

Upgraded space for teens undergoing cancer treatment

Teenage patients undergoing cancer treatment at the Women’s and Children’s Hospital now have an upgraded activity space within the Michael Rice Centre Adolescent Room.

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An artificially intelligent app for asthma management

South Australia has one of the highest rates of asthma in the world. Even more concerning is that more South Australian children end up in hospital due to asthma than in any other part of Australia.

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New diverse feeding mural

A vibrant new mural, Love Feeds Everybody, proudly supported by the Women’s & Children’s Hospital Foundation, is bringing colour and comfort to the Level 2 Café at the Women’s and Children’s Hospital, creating a space of acceptance and inclusion for all families.

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