Partnering to Create Fun for Kids - the Inaugural George Gregan Foundation Playground
The Children's Hospital at Westmead
This project was entered in the 2007 NSW Health Awards, Building Regional and other Partnerships for Health category.
Contact: Karen Steinhoff
Abstract
In relocating the Hospital from Camperdown to Westmead, plans included a playground. Due to restricted funds it did not eventuate, however it always remained a priority for the Hospital.
In early 2005, the Fundraising Department established a relationship with Erica and George Gregan. The Gregans committed to being a partner in funding the playground project. From this, the George Gregan (GG) Foundation was established.
The overall aim was to establish a universal playground and develop appropriate protocols for its use to enhance the Hospital’s mission to improve the health and well-being of patients and families
Design and construction of the playground is the result of significant specialised input from the GG Playground Planning Committee, stakeholders, families and patients. The project was launched in October 2006 and has been a huge success for the Hospital, the George Gregan Foundation and, most importantly, for sick children and their families.
The full entry document can be downloaded in the formats listed below:
Partnering to Create Fun for Kids (1.7MB)
Partnering to Create Fun for Kids (648KB)
