Recently WA Charity Direct learnt of a great program – Peel Youth Medical Services, operated by the not for profit community organisation GP down south.

Peel Youth Medical Service (PYMS) aims to promote wellness by improving the mental, social and physical health of young people aged 12-25yrs in the Peel region.  PYMS is located in central Mandurah and currently provides over 400 appointments per month with 40% of these presentations being for mental health related conditions. PYMS offers a comprehensive, multi-disciplinary service with General Practitioners, a Mental Health Social Worker, Sexual Health Nurse, Registered Nurse and a Psychologist on site and provides linkages to other youth health services in the region.

WA Charity Direct donated funds to ensure that this unique and vital service is continued in the Peel Region.

An Armadale mum and her young son applied to WA Charity Direct for rental assistance.  Due to recent unfortunate events, including post-traumatic stress from a home invasion has led the Mum to being unemployed and struggling to make rental payments.

WA Charity Direct has alleviated some of that stress, by paying a portion of the rent direct to the landlord.  This will ensure that the family continues to have somewhere to live, while the mum actively pursues employment.

At 4 years of age, Arion experienced a near drowning accident whilst on holiday.  As a result of the accident, Ari has been diagnosed with severe brain damage and other associated conditions.

Ari’s Family have fundraised to acquire funds to purchase a wheelchair accessible vehicle.

WA Charity Direct were pleased to assist with the fundraising by providing funds to help pay for the vehicle modifications for wheelchair accessibility.

WA Charity Direct was excited to have the opportunity to help out Narelle who has Cerebral Palsy with the purchase of a reliable vehicle.  Narelle lives independently and is actively involved with her local community.  WA Charity Direct purchased a reliable second hand vehicle to allow Narelle to attend her regular medical appointments, enable her to go TAFE, connect with her volunteering work and activities in the community.

Therapy Focus introduced WA Charity Direct to a Family in Balcatta whose teenage daughter was born with Cerebral Palsy, which amongst other conditions has had a big impact on her mobility.  The family has worked tirelessly to fundraise for a wheelchair accessible vehicle.  To finalise the purchase of a such a vehicle, WA Charity Direct provided the top up funds required.

Having access to such a vehicle, now allows the parents to safely get their daughter to her numerous medical & therapy appointments each week.

Rocky Bay referred a young man, who in his mid-twenties sustained a spinal cord injury in a swimming accident to WA Charity Direct.  The referral was for a Motomed Leg Movement Therapy system  which is specially designed to assist individuals who have movement difficulties.  The Motomed System has a specialised leg cycle which helps to reduce spasms and moves the legs to promote flexibility in the joints, muscles & surrounding soft tissues. The use of the therapy system can also contribute to reducing the risk of blood clots.

The convenience of having a system set up in the home will help with the Recipient’s goal of maintaining his health and independence.

Born at just 26 weeks, a Forrestfield Boy has many health issues and requires constant care and assistance from his loving family.
WA Charity Direct provided some practical help by replacing the unreliable family home’s hot water system, as well as some mortgage payment assistance.

Albany Community Foundation (ACF) launched in 2014 and is a not-for-profit organisation.  ACF supports families, individuals and community groups within Albany & the Great Southern Region.

WA Charity Direct assisted with the start-up of ACF with advise and financial support.

Albany Community Foundation website

Senses Australia host an annual Deafblind Camp based in WA.  The aim of the Camp is to provide individuals who are deafblind with the opportunity to interact with others, participate in recreational activities and develop a sense of identity and unification, leading to friendships, action and self-advocacy.

WA Charity Direct funded 13 deafblind adults to attend the Camp in November 2014.

Through Rocky Bay, WA Charity Direct learnt of a local Family who required assistance with the setup of a sensory room for their twins boys .  Both boys who have been diagnosed with Autism and other intellectual disabilities require constant supervision as they often engage in unsafe behaviour.  The boys demonstrate significant sensory seeking behaviour which unfortunately is often unsafe and a danger to their wellbeing.

WA Charity Direct has assisted with a set up of a sensory room in the home.  This will allow the twins to engage with a range of developmental appropriate toys and play equipment to meet their sensory needs within a safe environment.