Public Art
Our Arts in Health program activates and brightens areas of the Women’s and Children’s Hospital through public artworks and art installations to improve the health and wellbeing of the hospital community.
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Gallery & Exhibition Program
Our Arts in Health program activates coordinates a changing visual art exhibition program across five galleries located in the Women’s & Children’s Hospital. The Heart Galleries bring visual arts to the Hospital community to provide a space away from the stresses of treatment to distract, entertain and inspire, improving the Hospital environment.
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There’s something truly magical about the Beach House. Its many doors don’t just open rooms, they open opportunities. Opportunities to explore, to try new things, to make memories, and to reconnect in ways that often feel out of reach.
The Menzel family captured this beautifully, with mum Tara sharing “We have had a really lovely and relaxing week. Everything about this place is so well thought out and not a single detail is missed. The WCH Foundation has created a truly special place for families to enjoy time together and create/reflect on memories.” 💙
Thank you to everyone in our community who helps keep these doors open, especially during the holiday season.
Childhood dementia is a devastating condition affecting 1 in every 2,900 births. It robs children of skills like walking and talking, often leading to rapid decline. Currently, there are no effective treatments, but new research is bringing a vital spark of hope.
We are proud to support Professor Kim Hemsley’s groundbreaking research into N-acetyl-L-leucine (NAL). This promising drug is already showing potential to treat forms of childhood dementia that currently have no options, like Sanfilippo syndrome and GM1 gangliosidosis.
This vital work is laying the foundation for clinical trials, bringing us closer to life-changing therapies for families who need them most.
Visit the link in bio to read more about Professor Hemsley`s research and the future of treatment on our website.
“I am wanting to give back to families who need it most at this time of year.” – Janka
Working in childcare, Janka sees firsthand just how special Christmas is for little ones. She began donating after one of the children in her care became seriously unwell, inspiring her to help families going through tough times. For the past three years, she’s continued to give, hoping to brighten Christmas for children spending the season in hospital 🎁✨
Planning to donate toys this Christmas? Toy donation drop-offs close on the 18th of December, please visit the link in bio for more information.
You can also make a difference this Christmas by supporting our Appeal, helping provide practical and immediate assistance for families spending the holidays in hospital.