Term 3 Developmental Playgroup Enrolments Open

Following the suspension of Developmental Playgroup in Term 1 due to the COVID 19 pandemic we are pleased to now open enrolments for Term 3 with all necessary COVID safe protocols in place. Ability Centre look forward to welcoming everyone back!

Enrolment in our Developmental Playgroup is open to any child in WA aged 6m actual age to 3 years of age who was admitted to a Neonatal Unit after birth. Neonatal Unit admission can be for any reason including but not limited to premature birth, sick full term, or surgical requirements.

Our program has a strict wellness policy to ensure the safety and wellbeing of all participants.

Coffee Mornings are back!

We are so delighted to see further restrictions on gathering easing in Western Australia! It has been a difficult time for everyone during the COVID lockdown, and whilst we all enjoyed the COVID Connect sessions online we can't wait to get back to meeting face to face out in the community!

We welcome you to join us for a cuppa and a chat at our informal coffee morning on Monday July 6, from 10am at Mason Saint-Honore, 100 Benara Road, Caversham. Everyone welcome! We would love you to RSVP via our event page on Facebook so we know how many people to keep an eye out for.

This is an opportunity to get together to connect and chat about high-risk pregnancy, bedrest, the neonatal unit and the challenges our 'tiny sparks' face when growing up.

Entertainment Book

Entertainment Books are an incredible way to make a difference in your community. Right now businesses are facing massive challenges as they resume operations post COVID lockdown. Many of them will struggle and some sadly won’t make it. By purchasing an Entertainment Book you can raise funds for Tiny Sparks WA and support business while you are at it. Use your vouchers in your local community and make an even bigger impact.

We've joined the Stuck on You Crew

Are you in need of labels or personalised items? Look no further than Stuck on You! As you know we are funded via donation, grants and fundraising events. We’ve teamed up with Stuck on You as an Affiliate. That means if you shop through our link, not only will you get amazing service and products from Stuck on You, they will also make a small contribution to Tiny Sparks WA. As a 100% volunteer-run organisation every dollar makes a difference!

Giving Tuesday

Right now, more than ever before we need your help.  With so many causes in desperate need, regular donations drying up and grant funds becoming more and more competitive, we need you 💜 Today is Giving Tuesday, we ask that you help us continue to help others by donating.

Each day approximately 12 West Australian babies are born requiring special care in a Neonatal Unit, totalling more than 4,000 WA babies each year.  With more than 1,000 spending a week or more in a Neonatal Unit.  The impact on families, especially those from regional WA who spend weeks and months in Perth is tremendous!  These WA babies join more than 15 million babies born prematurely, globally each year, representing 10% of all births.  

Prematurity is the leading cause of admission to a Neonatal Unit, but it is not the only reason.  Many full-term infants are also admitted due to illness.  We believe that education, support, advocacy and community awareness is vital.  Can you help us continue this great work throughout 2020 and beyond?

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