SIDS and Kids SA

Bereavement support for sudden and unexpected death of babies and children to 6 years

Organisation Address
SIDS and Kids SA, 17 Hindmarsh Rd Hindmarsh, SA 5007
Organisation Phone
08 8332 1066 Safe sleep, education, counselling and general enquiries
1300 799 656 Emergency Crisis - 24/7
Hours:
Office: Mon - Fri 9am - 4pm
Emergency Crisis (new deaths): 24 hours, 7 days per week
Eligibility:
Families of children aged from 20 weeks gestation to 6 years who have died suddenly and unexpectedly from SIDS or other causes
Information
Services
  • Professional counselling for parents and family members; Aboriginal Bereavement Support worker
  • Crisis intervention - workers are available to attend sudden unexpected deaths within 100km of Adelaide and provide telephone support to remote areas
  • Peer support from trained volunteers to support bereaved families
  • Fund raising for research, education and support
  • Public education and awareness - including safe sleeping program, training for health professionals, community outreach
  • Resources and publications
Last updated: 16/05/2023
Information provided for: Charles Sturt Council (City of Charles Sturt)
This record was updated by: Volunteer Rex.
Council: City of Charles Sturt
Electorate (State): West Torrens
Electorate (Federal): Adelaide
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