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⁃ Around 15% of all babies born require specialised medical care
⁃ These babies can face lifelong challenges (disabilities, developmental and social challenges)
⁃ Parents at increased risk of mental illness (2.5 times for Post-Natal Depression*)
⁃ Without parent support, babies are at risk at failing to thrive (more than 31,500 babies at risk each year).
⁃ Most families aren’t accessing the right support early enough which could prevent significant mental health or other challenges ⁃ Lack of access to this early intervention, peer support and preventative support has implications for health and education systems and the health and well-being of the family unit.
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⁃ 20 dedicated staff plus 90+ volunteers
⁃ Almost decades of experience
⁃ State-based Support Teams with relevant, diverse personal experiences covering major states - NSW, WA, VIC, QLD, SA & NT
⁃ Strong connections to Australian and global partner/affiliate organisations
⁃ Close partnerships with NICU/SCN teams, researchers, allied health and medical professionals
⁃ Comprehensive systems and processes for national service delivery
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⁃ 20+ partnering hospitals to deliver NurtureTime (in-hospital peer support)
⁃ Commitment to delivering NurtureGroups (free play and support groups) to 20 communities nationally
⁃ 24/7 support via NurtureLine Family Support Line
⁃ Specialised resources to 60+ hospitals for every stage of a family’s journey and for special occasions
⁃ Comprehensive evidence-based online information hub to empower parents and children
⁃ Advocate for important change in other health, economic and social areas that improve overall family outcomes
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⁃ Increase in knowledge and understanding relating to their own child’s health and wellbeing, along with their own
⁃ Confident, healthy parents who are able to be the best advocates for their child
⁃ Stronger, more bonded family units
⁃ Lifelong friendships and support networks
⁃ Improvement in clinical outcomes for babies born premature and sick
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⁃ Increase in early intervention and additional support for child health and development = positive impact on Health and Education systems
⁃ Educated, empowered parents and children able to make informed decisions for their child’s health and overall wellbeing
⁃ More socially connected families and children become active contributors to society
⁃ Reduction in parental mental illness
⁃ Thriving children who have the support and tools to reach their full potential
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