WARATAH for Kids
WARATAH for Kids is a FREE program providing access to an allied health screening clinic, short-term therapy, and paediatric health linker.
Do you need support with your child’s development?
You may be eligible for free speech pathology and occupational therapy services through the WARATAH for Kids program.
This program supports young children, who have a development delay or concern, access speech pathology, occupational therapy and paediatric health linker services – ensuring vulnerable kids don’t fall through the gap in healthcare.
Through this program we coordinate a free multi-disciplinary clinic with a Speech Pathologist, Occupational Therapist and Paediatric Health Linker for your child. Other services are sometimes available, as reviewed on a case-by-case basis. The program is all about improving access to allied health services for vulnerable children and families.
Who is eligible for the program?
To be eligible for WARATAH for Kids, your child must be:
Aged between 0-7
Have at least one developmental delay or behaviour concern, as diagnosed by GP or a screening tool such as an Ages and Stages Questionnaire (ASQ), or Learn The Signs Act Early (Blue Book)
Have not previously seen a Speech Pathologist or Occupational Therapist for an assessment in the last 12 months
Please note that vulnerable children and families will be prioritised.
How do I access the program?
Only participating GP clinics can refer children into the program.
These include:
Wagga Wagga Nova Health Co.
Lockhart Medical Centre
Boorowa Hospital Medical Centre
Holbrook Vecare Health
Tumut Fitzroy Medical Centre
Hay Medical Centre
Hay Aboriginal Medical Service
Leeton Family Clinic
If you have concerns about your child’s development, chat to your GP.
