Providing home-like, supportive end-of-life care and respite
Hospice care is a type of care designed to provide comfort and support to individuals with terminal illnesses and their families. It focuses on enhancing the quality of life by managing symptoms, providing emotional and spiritual support, and addressing practical needs.
Hospice care is available for individuals who have a terminal illness with a prognosis of six months or less to live if the illness runs its normal course. Eligibility is determined by a physician in collaboration with the hospice team.
Hospice care can be provided at home, in a hospice facility, or in a hospital. A team of healthcare professionals, including doctors, nurses, social workers, and chaplains, works together to create a personalised care plan based on the patient’s needs and wishes.
Hospice care focuses on comfort rather than curative treatment. While aggressive treatments aimed at curing the illness are generally discontinued, other medical interventions aimed at managing symptoms and maintaining comfort may still be provided.
Yes, family members are encouraged to be actively involved in the care process. Hospice care teams work with families to ensure they are supported and educated on how to provide care and manage any challenges that may arise.
Hospice care includes support for families and caregivers, such as respite care to give caregivers a break, and bereavement support services to help with the grieving process.
No; if you are staying with us for respite care we will have a support service worker or nurse available 24/7. If you are staying with us for end of life care we will have a palliative care trained volunteer stay with you and your nursing care is done by the Mansfield Visiting Nursing Service.
No, definitely not. We provide respite care to all people of all ages in our community.
We provide equipment on a no charge, short term basis. Donations, however, are most welcome.
Yes, if it is well behaved and gets along with others.
We do not charge for our end of life services, however donations are always welcome. We rely on philanthropic support, bequests and donations to fund our operations.
Respite care charges are dependent on whether you pay for this yourself or whether you have an aged care or NDIS package.
No, we accept and encourage self-referrals.
Absolutely; we look after not only you but your family and carers.
