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CFPhysio

Paula Woodward March 21, 2023

CFPhysio provides evidence based education for physiotherapists working in CF care. This resource is also designed for individuals with CF and their families, carers, and community. The education provided does not replace routine clinical care. This resource aims to empower individuals with CF to become involved and proactive in their healthcare journey. Read More

Beam Cystic Fibrosis

Firefly Admin March 21, 2023

Beam is an online resource that provides access to exercise programs tailored to the health needs of people with different health conditions, including a specific program for CF. It includes progressive programs, live and on-demand classes and community and motivational support. Monthly subscription is required after a 2-week free trial. Read More

Make-A-Wish

Firefly Admin March 21, 2023

Make-A-Wish create life-changing wishes for critically ill children. Wishes complement medical treatment, working to calm, distract and inspire. Wishes deliver both an immediate boost and long lasting effect on the lives of sick kids, their families and communities. Read More

Lifeline

Firefly Admin March 21, 2023

Lifeline is a national charity providing access to 24-hour crisis support and suicide prevention services for all Australians experiencing emotional distress. From the website you can connect in a variety of ways to a trained Crisis Supporter, also there are video stories, and resources. Read More

Starlight Children’s Foundation

Paula Woodward March 21, 2023

Starlight works alongside clinicians using play, social connection and creativity to support children and young people in hospital to positively change their healthcare experience. Read More

Starlight | Livewire

Firefly Admin March 21, 2023

Livewire is Starlight's program for young people (12-20) living with a serious illness, disability or chronic health condition. Delivered in hospital and online, it aims to connect young people and help them to manage the stress, anxiety and isolation of hospital and serious illness. Read More

Grief Line

Firefly Admin March 21, 2023

Griefline provides free phone counselling support services to individuals and families who are experiencing loss and grief. They also offer resources, online forums and support groups. Read More

Australian Human Rights Commission

Firefly Admin March 21, 2023

Information on human rights in Australia including children's rights, disability rights, rights for diverse community and health and workplace rights. Read More

Australian Psychological Society

Firefly Admin March 21, 2023

Information about psychology support services and how to find a local psychologist in your area. Read More

Centrelink

Firefly Admin March 21, 2023

Centrelink provides a range of services and benefits for Australian’s at times of change. These include Newstart Allowance, Sickness Allowance, Disability Support Pensions, Mobility Allowance and the Health Care Card. If you are eligible for a Health Care Card you can access services including bulk billing for GP appointments, greater Medicare rebates and cheaper prescriptions among others. Read More