Being referred to palliative care can be a scary and confusing time. The information below explores common questions people navigating a life-limiting illness are curious about.
What is palliative care?
Palliative care aims to help you live as well as you can, for as long as you can.
Living with a life-limiting illness
Make choices about your care that are specific to your goals and what is important to you.
Managing your symptoms
As a life-limiting condition progresses there are some common changes and symptoms that people may experience.
Preparing for end-of-life
Talking about your end of life with those important to you will allow both you and them to prepare and plan ahead.
Caring for someone with a life-limiting illness
Help is available to assist you to care for someone with a life-limiting illness.
Caring for yourself
To care for someone with a life-limiting illness, you also need to care for yourself.
Your support network
You are not alone. Access information to navigate your palliative care journey.
Let’s talk: The importance of communication
When navigating a life limiting illness, there will be many things that need to be discussed.