Paradise Kids

Illness oftens creates a life challenge that can exceed the resources and coping mechanisms of the child and family. Living with a sudden diagnosis of illness is a stressful life event that brings many changes and can lead to anxiety and strong feelings for the child and their family.

The Illness Support Program in the community is an invaluable part of the Paradise Kids service. Families, particularly the mother, are often housebound when they have a seriously ill child. Dina Jardine, our Illness Support Counsellor, will visit the home to assess the situation and co-ordinate the support for each individual family member.

Children can have a wide range of emotions about their illness and this can include feelings of guilt about causing problems for others. Through the Illness Support Program they are encouraged to share their feelings so they have a better understanding of what is happening to them; have their fears alleviated; and learn inner life skills to self soothe.

Contact Dina Jardine, Illness Support Counsellor
P: (07) 5574 6853
M: 0420 364 188
E: djardine@paradisekids.org.au