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Nurses: for parents & kids | Raising Children Network

Different kinds of nurses work with children. Your child might sometimes see a registered nurse, nurse practitioner, practice nurse or school nurse.

Read more on raisingchildren.net.au website

What does a child health nurse do?

A child health nurse supports you as a parent once you are home from hospital with a newborn baby. Discover more about their role and how they can help you.

Read more on Pregnancy, Birth & Baby website

Community Child Health Program | WA Health

Community child health nurses support all families with young children. We provide a range of important free services to support families to raise happy, healthy children. We offer health and development assessments and screening, immunisation advice and support to families with young children.

Read more on WA Health website

Managing Daily Life - How to Care - Patients and Carers - Community

Accepting help as a carer can help you to cope. Caring for someone who is seriously ill can be demanding. Having help with basic tasks like shopping, housework, or gardening can help you to cope.

Read more on CareSearch website

Nurses and midwives | Australian Government Department of Health and Aged Care

Nurses and midwives make up the largest clinical workforce in Australia. Find out about nursing and midwifery, how these professions are regulated in Australia, and how we support this important sector of our health workforce.

Read more on Department of Health and Aged Care website

Who's who in a palliative care team - Better Health Channel

The members of your palliative care team may include doctors, nurses, allied health professionals, volunteers and carers.

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Moving into residential… | enableme - stroke recovery and support

Residential aged care may be recommended after a stroke. Find resources and information to assist your move into care

Read more on Stroke Foundation website

Caring for a person at the end of life at home during COVID-19

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What does palliative care cost? | Australian Government Department of Health and Aged Care

Most palliative care services are free, but there may be some costs associated with hospice and hospital care.

Read more on Department of Health and Aged Care website

Muscular dystrophy | Cerebral Palsy Alliance

Muscular dystrophy refers to a group of rare diseases which progressively weaken muscles.

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