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healthtranslations.vic.gov.au/resources/at-the-end-video
Some things can help you to prepare as someone approaches the last few weeks and days of life. Having information can help you to make choices. People vary in what they know, understand and believe about death and dying. They also differ in what they want to know. Each individual should be as informed, or not, as they want to be. For many, knowing what to expect can help take some of the fear, distress and anxiety away. For others, having too much information gives them more things to worry about.
healthtranslations.vic.gov.au/resources/what-do-you-want-for-your-end-of-life-care
01 Apr 2018... While end-of-life care planning can be overwhelming, having the conversation and documenting your wishes early will help to provide clarity and ease potential conflict with family and friends at a time when emotions run high.
healthtranslations.vic.gov.au/resources/about-palliative-care-video
Palliative care helps those with an illness that cannot be cured by managing symptoms as well as providing emotional and spiritual support.
healthtranslations.vic.gov.au/resources/when-someone-dies-a-practical-guide-for-family-and-friends
01 Aug 2020... When someone is dying or has died, it can be a very difficult and stressful time. This booklet is meant to help. It provides support and direction during this time. It has information and practical ideas about things to do before and after an adult family member or friend dies.
healthtranslations.vic.gov.au/resources/victorias-end-of-life-and-palliative-care-framework-consumer-summary
01 Oct 2016... Victoria's end of life and palliative care framework is a guide for improving end of life and palliative care services. This summary is for consumers.
healthtranslations.vic.gov.au/resources/groups-with-specific-needs-video
Death is a reality of life, but the circumstances can vary greatly as different groups have different needs.
healthtranslations.vic.gov.au/resources/advance-care-planning-for-end-of-life-for-people-with-mental-illness
This guide will help support people with mental illness, their families and carers with the complex and diverse issues which might arise around advance care planning for the end of-life.
healthtranslations.vic.gov.au/resources/bereavement-grief-and-loss-video
Even when it is expected, death can be a shock. Grief and loss can be felt in many ways.
healthtranslations.vic.gov.au/resources/advance-care-planning-making-your-wishes-known-brochure
A brochure introducing advance care planning.
healthtranslations.vic.gov.au/resources/palliative-care-advice-service
01 May 2021... Palliative care advice service nurses and doctors offer free, confidential advice to anyone in Victoria who needs information about living with or caring for someone with a life-limiting illness, palliative care, or end-of-life care. Palliative care aims to improve the quality of life for people and families living with life-limiting illnesses. This Advice Service is for everyone in Victoria.
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