Our Children’s Asthma Education Service (CAES) provides children, young people and their families with initial and ongoing education and support to manage their asthma.
About this service
Preschool wheeze and asthma are conditions of the lungs that makes it difficult to breathe. It’s a common health problem that affects 1 in 10 children.
Although there is currently no cure for asthma, you can lead a normal, active life, if your asthma is well managed.
We support all children and young people and their families living with wheeze and asthma.
The nurse educators help you to understand wheeze and asthma, asthma first aid and how asthma medications work and when to use them.
Who we care for
We see children and young people up to 18 years of age, and their families.
We offer these services free for Medicare and Asylum Seeker Card holders. If you do not have these cards there may be a charge for the service.
How to access this service
You can self-refer to this service. To book an appointment or make a referral, contact the Central Health Intake on (02) 5124 9977.
You can book and reschedule through MyDHR. There is more information about MyDHR, including proxy access (when a patient gives another person access to their MyDHR account) on the ACT Health website.
What to bring to your appointment
- Medicare card
- Any letters or correspondence from your GP
- Current medications and any devices you are currently using
- your Asthma Action Plan if you have one.
Where we’re located
- Belconnen Community Health Centre
- Canberra Health Services at Molonglo
- City Community Health Centre
- Gungahlin Community Health Centre
- Tuggeranong Community Health Centre
