. Relief . Comfort . Support
What is Palliative Care?
Palliative care 'palliates' or relieves pain & distress for individuals living with a life threatening illness. It aims to comfort not cure & in doing so improves quality of life.
Assistance Available
- Advice & assistance to manage distressing symptoms eg pain, nausea & vomiting.
- A central information point for advice
- Co-ordination of support services within the community and between hospital and home
- Emotional support to patient families and carers
- Specialised equipment loans
- Grief and bereavement support
How is Palliative Care delivered in the Hume region?
There is a central office in Wangaratta which oversees the provision of palliative care in the Hume region.
Five sites, coordinated by clinical nurse specialists, are located throughout the region. They take referrals, assess patients and coordinate care plans.
Where is Palliative Care delivered?
The care can be provided at a site that is best suited to the patient's needs and wishes. For example, at home, in a hospital or nursing home/hostel.
After Hours Access
The After Hours Telephone Information & Advice Service is available to anyone wanting palliative care information such as emotional support or symptom advice outside of business hours.
Phone 1800 811 013
