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Each year, thousands of children in Australia face hospital visits that can stretch from a few days to their entire childhood. At the other end of life, older members of our community, especially those living with dementia – often face loneliness, confusion and loss of identity.

Both experience a shared vulnerability: the fear of the unknown, the possibility of being alone, and the absence of hope at a time they need it most.

Clown Doctors Australia is a valuable contributor to a compassionate, well-functioning health system. Our Clown Doctors and Laughter Care Specialists build connections with and between children, residents, families, carers and healthcare workers and increase feelings of hope, empowerment and resilience. In fact, our impact echoes long after our exit.

Working in partnership with medical and healthcare professionals, Clown Doctors and Laughter Care Specialists are seen as an essential part of the team; with our help people are more receptive to care in hospitals and aged care facilities, and clinical care procedures are more efficient.

• $25 brings a moment of joy to a child or older person in care.
• $50 supports a Clown Doctor or Laughter Care Specialist visit.
• $100 helps fund a full round of interactions in a hospital or aged care facility.
• Monthly giving helps us plan ahead and reach even more people.

“She hadn’t spoken in days. Then the Clown Doctor sang her favourite song and she sang along.” Aged care nurse

Your Impact Is Real

• We reach over 300,000 people each year.
• 93% of family members or carers agree their loved one’s mood improved after seeing a Clown Doctor.
• 96% of healthcare workers say children are more receptive to care.
• 100% of carers say Clown Doctors gave them a sense of relief and respite.

Why Give Today?

• We receive no government funding therefore your support is vital.
• Our programs are evidence-based and deliver real impact.
• We reach over 300,000 people each year children, families, aged care residents and healthcare workers.
• Every $1 invested delivers up to $9.90 in social return in specialist outpatient clinics.

We’re Experts in Joy

Our performers are professionally trained and deeply experienced. They laugh with, never at. They seek permission, build trust, and meet each person exactly where they are whether that’s a child in a burn’s clinic or an older person in a memory care unit.