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CAHS Ambassador supports a more inclusive future for young people 29 July 2026 Rachael Burns, one of the Child and Adolescent Health Service (CAHS) Community Ambassadors, is the advocate she wished existed when she was younger. Rachael grew up navigating mental health challenges, and subsequently, a world a that left her feeling broken. Many of her experiences of care deemed her 'complex' and 'unreachable'.

A welcoming symbol of culture, connection and healing 24 July 2026 Children, young people and families visiting Midland Community Hub are now welcomed by striking Aboriginal artwork that celebrates culture, connection and healing. Commissioned by Child and Adolescent Health Service (CAHS), the artwork has been installed on the building façade and within the Hub's Family Cultural Room, creating a vibrant and culturally significant landmark for the community.

CAHS Annual Excellence Awards 2026 finalists announced 16 July 2026 The Child and Adolescent Health Service (CAHS) is proud to announce the finalists for the 2026 CAHS Annual Excellence Awards, recognising the outstanding staff, volunteers and teams who provide exceptional care and service to improve the health and wellbeing of children, adolescents and families across Western Australia. Following the success of the inaugural awards program, this year's awards ...

CAHS celebrates 50 Years Deadly during NAIDOC Week 14 July 2026 Child and Adolescent Health Service (CAHS) staff, children and families came together throughout NAIDOC Week to celebrate and recognise the rich cultures, histories and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. This year’s theme, 50 Years Deadly, marked a significant milestone for NAIDOC Week, recognising five decades of celebrating Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander voic...

Obang helps migrant and refugee families navigate health services 29 June 2026 Obang Girma Othow was born in Ethiopia, and came to Australia in October 2016 from a refugee camp in Kenya. On arrival, he was amazed by the quality of the services and healthcare available for his children and family. As a father of twins who were born preterm, he has firsthand experience of the health service as a parent. These experiences motivated Obang to become a Child and Adolescent Health ...