1 in 6 children currently has asthma. It is a common but complex condition which affects both the child and their family. Childhood asthma is quite unlike adult asthma and therefore requires education and support services targeted towards this specific group.
The  Project is a 1-year pilot project funded by Variety WA, specifically tailored to WA children with asthma. The project is based in the Foundation’s West Perth office and will service people within the central metropolitan region. Some asthma education options are available state-wide.
Education options
These courses tackle some of the barriers experienced by families dealing with asthma, and will address some of the key difficulties children with asthma and their families' experience.
For further information or details on the next session please click here
• Clinics
Free individual clinic sessions are available for children with asthma and their families, providing an opportunity to deliver personalised information and detailed explanations of medical advice. Individual circumstances will be taken into account allowing families to adopt management strategies to their needs. Clinic sessions can be delivered on a series of repeat visits.
For further information or to book a clinic please click here
• Library
A family library has been developed, and contains children's resources, (including books and games,) parental educational materials, and reference materials for professionals dealing with children. The library resources are available on loan to parents, family members, or professionals with a duty of care to children. The library is housed within the Foundations main office located at 36 Ord Street, West Perth . Office hours are between 8.30am to 5.00pm .
• Information Line
The Helping Kids Breathe Better Information Line assists older children and parents to understand the day-to-day issues about managing childhood asthma. The Information Line is staffed by trained asthma educators, and is available during business hours, Monday to Friday.
You can reach the Information Line on 1800 645 130.
• at Home.
Resources have been specifically developed for both parents and children. These resources will aid the asthma education process and provide opportunities for discussion between parents and children.
To view a copy of the resources please click on the link below
Parent resource
Children's resource
My Asthma booklet
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• in the Community
The Helping Kids Breathe Better in the community offers education sessions to those who have a duty of care to children with asthma. This includes child care workers, coaches, nurses and other professionals. Education sessions will be tailored to suit the requirements of the audience and will varying from 1 to 3 hours. All sessions will contain information on
• how to deal with asthma emergencies
• managing triggers within the specific environment
• use of asthma medications and delivery devices
For further information or to book an education session please click here
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