POWH Aboriginal Hospital Liaison Officers (AHLOs)

The Aboriginal Hospital Liaison Officers provide support to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander patients and their families. Service include emotional, social and cultural support, advocacy and liaison with other staff on behalf of patients and families. The AHLO also provides information about hospital and legal services, patient rights and responsibilities and child protection issues. The AHLO can help families organise financial benefits, accommodation and care and help at home.

Barmbli Place at Prince of Wales Hospital Barmbli Place is a room where Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people can come for a cuppa, yarn or just sit while a family member is in hospital. Barmbli Place is at the High St entrance of Prince of Wales Hospital. It is open from 8am to 8pm, seven days a week. If you need help to find us please ask the person at the High St Information Desk.

View the Aboriginal Hospital Liaison Officer Brochure here https://www.seslhd.health.nsw.gov.au/sites/default/files/groups/Prince_of_Wales_Hospital/AHLO/1905_AHLO%20Brochure_FINAL2.pdf