National Palliative Care Week 2024

Palliative care is person and family-centred care provided to people of all ages with life-limiting illness, aimed at helping people live as well as possible, for as long as possible.

Engaging in conversations about palliative care from the moment a life-limiting illness is diagnosed ensures that patients receive the comprehensive end-of-life care they deserve. This care can be provided by a diverse team, including general practitioners, registered nurses, nurse practitioners, allied health professionals, aged care workers, volunteers, and carers, alongside specialist palliative care services. Each of these individuals plays a crucial role in delivering exceptional care and enhancing the quality of life for patients.

Palliative care should be accessible to people of all ages living with various life-limiting conditions, such as dementia, heart and kidney diseases, cancer, and more. It can be delivered in multiple settings, including at home, in hospitals, hospices, or residential aged care homes, allowing patients to live comfortably and according to their preferences for as long as possible.

Caring for people as they near the end of life is challenging. We are grateful for the dedication, passion and skill of the palliative care workforce, carers and volunteers.

During National Palliative Care Week, the staff of Country SA PHN were privileged to be joined by Shyla Mills, CEO of Palliative Care South Australia, for a virtual morning tea celebration. Shyla’s inspiring and informative session highlighted the importance of normalising palliative care discussions for us all. The session sparked engaging questions and meaningful discussion among the staff.

Published on: June 5, 2024

Last updated on: June 11, 2024