The 2012 walk

The Rotary Club of Werribee and friends will be embarking upon their 3rd 200km Charity Walk in 2012 in aid of the Victorian Palliative Care Program at The Royal Children’s Hospital, Melbourne.  

Over nine days from Friday 16th March to Saturday 24th March, the walkers will be taking on the North East of Victoria, walking the rail trails through the Harrietville, Bright, Myrtleford, Beechworth, Bowser, Tarrawingee, Wangaratta, Parkville & Werribee.

Each walker is responsible for their own accommodation & expenses costs. Walkers are also required to raise a minimum of $100 in sponsorships for each day walked, or if walking the full 9 days are challenged to raise $1000. If you are interested in taking part in the walk, click here for more information.

Palliative care at the RCH

Despite major advances in prevention and cures for serious conditions, sadly, there remains a group of children for which cure is not possible. The Victorian Paediatric Palliative Care Program (VPPCP) at The Royal Children’s Hospital comprises a team responsible for the facilitation of care of children with life-threatening and life-limiting illnesses and their families. 

Most people don't realise that these children are usually cared for at home by their families, with support and guidance from VPPCP staff. Families may need equipment, nursing assistance, support for siblings and counselling on this most difficult of journeys.

How can you help?

• Take part in the walk

Participate in the walk itself by signing up and raising funds through your own online fundraising page. Click here for more information.

•  Make a donation

Directly support the 200km Walk and the VPPCP by making a donation today.

• Support a walker

Make a donation and support a walker participating in the 200km walk.

Approximately 300 Victorian children will need palliative care services this year and the vital funds raised from the Rotary Club of Werribee’s 200km Walk will help provide much needed assistance to the RCH patients receiving palliative care and their families who are supporting them.