Eczema Support Australia

At Eczema Support Australia (Opens in new tab) you will find trusted connection, information and advocacy for Australians impacted by eczema. They provide a range of evidence-based resources, as well as education and support services, to help individuals and families affected by eczema.

Vision and mission

Eczema Support Australia (Opens in new tab) provides practical support to reduce feelings of isolation and to support those affected by eczema to manage their eczema journey.

Their organisation has three guiding pillars: Connection, Information and Advocacy:

• connecting people affected by eczema to others to reduce feelings of isolation
• informing and educating Australians affected by eczema to successfully manage their condition
• advocating for practical support to improve the lives of Australians affected by eczema.
• But most of all — We Care. We Listen. We Understand. We Act. We are here for you.

How Eczema Support Australia can help

They understand eczema and support individuals and families through:

Information & Support

• Eczema Care Online Toolkit (Opens in new tab) — A practical guide for individuals and families managing eczema, including those caring for a child or baby with eczema.
• Eczema Factsheets (Opens in new tab) — A collection of evidence-based resources.
• About Eczema (Opens in new tab) — An introduction to eczema causes, triggers, symptoms and treatments.

Connection & Support

• Support Services (Opens in new tab), including;
• Support Group Meetings and Groups — Online and in-person support groups for individuals and families affected by eczema.
• Information Events (Opens in new tab) — Webinars and community events featuring experts and people with lived experience, providing the latest insights on eczema management.

Advocacy & Support

• Life Stories (Opens in new tab) — Video series of first-hand experiences from teenagers, adults, children and families living with eczema, offering validation and empowerment to others on their journey.
• Health Professionals (Opens in new tab) — a wealth of resources curated specifically for Health Professionals. All resources have been codesigned with consumers and medical experts.
• National Eczema Strategy (Opens in new tab) — Eczema Support Australia has released a report (Opens in new tab) which reveals the devastating impact of eczema for nearly three million Australians.

Information lines / help lines

• Call 1300 ECZEMA (1300 329 362) Mon to Fri 9am to 5pm AEST

Programs and apps and tools

• Eczema Care Online Toolkit (Opens in new tab) — A practical guide for individuals and families managing eczema, including those caring for a child or baby with eczema.
• Eczema Care Plan (Opens in new tab) — A powerful tool for empowerment and collaboration with healthcare professionals.
• Eczema School Kit (Opens in new tab) — A resource for parents, caregivers, and educators to facilitate productive conversations about managing eczema in schools.
• Eczema Empowerment: Building Self-Esteem and Mental Wellbeing (Opens in new tab) — A self-paced online course designed to help individuals and families manage the psychological impact of eczema.
• Eczema Awareness Course for Educators (Opens in new tab) — A professional development resource helping educators understand eczema, its causes, triggers, myths, and impacts, including classroom strategies.
• Eczema and Mental Health — How Psychologists Can Help (Opens in new tab) — A professional development course for psychologists, equipping them with insights and strategies to support clients with eczema.
• Practical Parenting For Eczema Families (Opens in new tab) — A resource that provides insights into the daily challenges faced by families with eczema, and features wisdom and strategies from renowned experts, Dr Justin Coulson and Dr Lauren Kunde.

Recommended links

• Home page (Opens in new tab)
• Eczema Care Online Toolkit (Opens in new tab)
• Eczema Care Plan (Opens in new tab)
• About Eczema (Opens in new tab)
• Eczema Videos (Opens in new tab)