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Disability Palliative Care

Palliative Care provides specialised medical care for those with a serious or terminal illness (also referred to as a “life-limiting illness”). It helps the individuals suffering from illness as well as their families through the emotional and physical challenges associated with terminal care, with the general aim of approaching death as comfortably as possible for the patient.

Palliative Care is a common form of care provided to the elderly but may affect anyone at any age or stage of life. For instance, it can include people suffering from cancer, cardiovascular disease, liver disease, motor neurone disease, Parkinson’s disease, and dementia.

Addressing Palliative Care is a team approach, often involving doctors and nurses, carers, family, volunteers, counselors, and other support professionals including physiotherapists and nutritionists. The specific type of care depends on factors such as the nature of the illness, the amount of care required, the level of medical and social support available, and where the care is provided (for example, at home, in a public or private hospital, in a hospice, or in an aged care facility).

As Palliative Care services differ from individual to individual, there is no one type of treatment plan — treatment is approached on a case-by-case basis. Some of the most common services include (but are not limited to):

  • Pain relief & medication
  • Getting dressed/undressed
  • Washing, hygiene care & grooming
  • Meal preparation, eating & drinking
  • Assisting with family & status updates
  • Companionship & emotional support

 

Please contact us to learn more about Palliative Care and determine the best solution for your personal circumstances.