Arts in Health
Through our Arts in Health program we use art, play, music and literature to encourage curiosity and creativity to reduce the stress and anxiety of being in hospital. Providing moments of calm in a busy health environment, we use creative approaches to healthcare and wellbeing.
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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Play Therapy
Working closely with patients and their families, Play Therapists provide distraction to minimise anxiety and fear, help keep patients safe, prepare and support patients for procedures, provide emotional support and create positive fun and meaningful experiences.
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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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Book Buddies
The Book Buddies program makes a child’s hospital experience more enjoyable and encourages reading to improve literacy skills. Qualified Book Readers visit the wards, engaging children with the many adventures that can be had through reading books.
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Meet your Arts in Health team
At the heart of our Arts in Health Program is a dedicated team passionate about enriching the lives of women, children, and families through creative expression.
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When told their baby boy Clancy might not see his brother Albie`s 5th birthday, Alex and Claire decided to bring the celebration forward. It was a chance to create a precious family memory, with Clancy by their side.
The incredible PICU team helped decorate the ward space, bringing the celebration to Clancy’s bedside so the whole family could be together for the special milestone. It`s moments like these, made possible by compassionate care, that mean the world.
Parents Alex and Claire shared, "We are so grateful to the staff in PICU who supported us to have 9 weeks with our beautiful Clancy. It’s not just the medical care, it’s the way they help us to be a family amongst the necessary hospital care.”
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We were proud to support the annual Women’s and Children’s Family Gathering, a special event to honour and remember children and babies who have sadly passed away.
In the peaceful setting of Botanic Park, over 150 family members came together to share in music, book readings, family stories, and creative activities.
It was a day of connection, reflection, and mutual support, creating a space for families to feel understood and less alone on their journey. As one attendee shared, “To know you are not alone and that there are other parents that truly understand what you are going through, is so important.” 💛
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Help Deck the Halls of the Hospital!
This Christmas, your company, team, or group can bring joy to families spending the holidays in hospital. For the first time, your tax-deductible donation to the WCH Foundation allows you to decorate a hallway of the Hospital.
Only 4 spots available! Showcase your community spirit, engage your team, and make a meaningful impact this holiday season. Visit the link in our bio to reserve your spot today!
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