WARATAH for Kids

Through this program we coordinate a free multi-disciplinary clinic with a Speech Pathologist and Occupational Therapist. Eligible families may also be referred to the Paediatric health linker and other services are sometimes available, 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.
• Holbrook Vecare Health
• Tumut Fitzroy Medical Centre
• Deniliquin Clinic
• Hay Medical Centre
• Hay Aboriginal Medical Service
• Gundagai Medical Centre
• Leeton Family Clinic

If you have concerns about your child’s development, chat to your GP.

This service is supported by funding from firsthealth Limited and Murrumbidgee Primary Health Network as part of the Australian Government’s PHN program.