Patient / Carer Information

Resources to direct families to

• Paediatric Palliative Care National Action Plan
  • A Family Companion
  • Here for you (Booklet 1) - Things you might like to discuss with the palliative care team
  • Here for you (Booklet 2) - Things you might like to discuss with the palliative care team about care at the end of life
  • After the Loss of a Child
• NSW Paediatric Palliative Care Programme website

Hospices

There are children’s hospices located in Queensland, New South Wales, Victoria and Western Australia that offer a range of supports and services.

Some adult hospices can also support children and their families.  Your local Paediatric Palliative Care Service may assist you with more information and assist you with options regarding location of care.

To find a hospice near you, please click on your state below or refer to Palliative Care Australia’s Directory of Services
 

Page updated 06 March 2023