HUNTER NEW ENGLAND HEALTH DISTRICT PAEDIATRIC BEREAVEMENT SERVICE
Counselling Centre Address
John Hunter Children’s Hospital
Lookout Road
New Lambton NSW 2305
Postal Address
Social Work Dept
Locked Bag 1
HRMC NSE 2310
Phone 0437 916 149
email
sarah.smith5@health.nsw.gov.au
Home visits can be arranged
Region Covered
Hunter New England Health District
Eligibility Criteria
Family & friends of children who have died in the health district,
including families who were known to the Paediatric Palliative Care Team
Type of Counselling Available
Individuals, Couples, Family, Child, Young person
Referral Process
Self-referral
Referred by another health professional
Parents can refer their children
Interpreters Yes
Cost Nil
Hours of Operation
8:30am – 5:00 Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday
Other Services Available
Education, Training
Consultation to other health professionals
Training for schools and other community groups