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The Association for the Wellbeing of Children in HealthCare (AWCH)

Nationwide

Main Activities

Advocacy for Children and Families in Healthcare settings

Preparation for entering healthcare experience

Ward Grandparent Program

About

The Association for the Wellbeing of Children in Healthcare (AWCH) is a national not-for-profit organisation that has been advocating for the needs of children, young people and their families within the healthcare system in Australia since 1973.

AWCH works in partnership with: children, young people, and their families, health professionals, the NSW Ministry of Health and the broader community, to ensure that the psychosocial needs of children, young people and their families are recognised and met.

HeartKids is not affiliated with this support group or organisation. It is the responsibility of the individual and/or their carer(s) to determine whether this or any other organisation on this website may provide some benefit to them.

Last Reviewed: 25 August 2026

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