Program foots the bill for kids' shoes - The Journal
BY MICHAEL RANDALL, 23 Nov, 2009, The Journalhttp://www.thejournal.com.au/news/local/news/general/program-foots-the-bill-for-kids-shoes/1684732.aspx
The program, run in conjunction with Bata Shoes, will provide discounted correctly-fitting footwear to eligible paediatric patients at Greater Dandenong and Cardinia Casey community health services.
Southern Health podiatrist Alicia James said recent footwear assessments in local schools had revealed an incidence of inappropriate footwear.
"Children wearing footwear two to three sizes too big was reported by teachers to be causing falls during class and recess."
She said all shoes provided for the program were technically designed to ensure comfort and correct fit. "Bata Footwear have been incredibly generous in offering their product at a reduced cost for our clients."
A podiatrist or allied health assistant will fit the child for the correct style and size to ensure support and comfort.
Details: www.southernhealth.org.au