Tx Parents Connect is Transplant Australia’s online peer support group for primary carers of child, teen, and young adult transplant recipients.
Transplant Australia recognises the uniqueness of the transplant journey. We comprehend that though the gift of life is truly celebrated, many challenges can arise along the way. We celebrate the strength that can be found in healthy community. Our connect groups provide a confidential space for peer-to-peer connections to grow through sharing, understanding and listening.
What is a Connect Group?
A group of people with similar circumstances, challenges or goals who come together to share conversation and grow community, impacting a sense of isolation. Support groups can provide a space for people to share the load, meet others, encourage one another and hear advice from peers who have faced something similar.
Although a Connect Group is primarily for connecting with others who ‘get it’ through peer support, at times educational presentations (from health professionals) may be included (with content generated by the group). Most sessions will be facilitated, informal discussions.
Please Note: This is a space for peer support. It is not for receiving medical advice or counselling. If you need some direction for mental wellbeing, further mental health supports and help lines may be found on our website.
For medical advice, we would always advise you to speak with your transplant unit.
Other helpful information can be found in our ‘Living with Your Transplant’ resource. An educational resource carefully put together with input from transplant and medical specialists.
Expanding in 2026
Supporting a young transplant recipient can be challenging, which is why in 2026 Tx Parents Connect is offering both daytime and evening sessions so you can connect at a time that suits you – or attend both.
Daytime Sessions
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Start: Wednesday, 11 February 2026, 1:00 PM ADST
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Schedule: Every second month on the second Wednesday
Evening Sessions
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Start: Monday, 2 March 2026, 8:30 PM ADST
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Schedule: Every second month on the first Monday
Tx Parents Connect Information
Tx Parents Connect is for:
- Parents/Kinship who are the primary carer of a child, teen or young adult recipient of any transplant
- Transplant Australia Members as above (membership is free through a quick online form)
- People who register in advance
Tx Parents Connect is comprised of:
- A Transplant Australia approved facilitator
- A small team (co-hosts) of transplant parents who have a young person post-transplant
- Registered members – registration is essential
When:
- Day session: Every second month on the second Wednesday (starting 11 Feb)
- Evening session: Every second month on the first Monday (starting 2 March)
Time:
- Day Session: 1.00pm AEDT
- Evening Session: 8.30pm AEDT
Where:
Online via Zoom
*these details are subject to change please check your registration confirmation for your meetings specific details
Other ways to find peer support
There are many ways to find peer support beyond a dedicated group. Transplant Australia offers many different opportunities for you to connect with the transplant community. From national events such as the Australian Transplant Games to regional gatherings run by your local state committee, there are many ways that you can connect with the Australian transplant community and find a peer support network. Check-out the links below to discover ways you can get involved with the transplant community:
