Palliative Care Services in Perth
Our Palliative Care Service in Perth is dedicated to providing compassionate support for patients with life-limiting illnesses. Specialising in end-of-life care in Perth, we offer a holistic and team-oriented approach to ensure that patients and their families receive the best possible care throughout their journey. Early referrals are encouraged to effectively manage symptoms and address any issues impacting patients and their caregivers.
Comprehensive Palliative and Hospice Care
Our multidisciplinary team delivers personalized care tailored to each patient’s needs, addressing physical, emotional, and spiritual aspects of well-being. As a leading provider of hospice care in Perth, our team includes:
- Primary care physicians
- Specialist nurses
- Social workers
- Physiotherapists
- Occupational therapists
- Pastoral care workers
- Volunteers
We collaborate with patients and their families to set achievable daily goals, ensuring a supportive environment.
Our Palliative Care Facilities
- Private Rooms: Comfortable rooms with ensuite facilities
- On-Site Services: Access to pathology and radiology
- Relaxation Areas: Two lounges, one with kitchen facilities
- Homely Environment: A welcoming atmosphere with garden and courtyard
- Convenient Location: Close to shops, post office, and florist
- Family-Friendly: Child-friendly environment; pets welcome by arrangement
- Accessibility: Free parking and unrestricted visiting hours
- Carer & Boarder Accommodations: Overnight stays and meals provided for one patient carer. Additional overnight boarders can be arranged with meals available for purchase.
Our Values
- Uniqueness and Dignity: We affirm that each patient is a unique and valued individual.
- Quality of Life: We strive to maintain each patient’s dignity, independence, and quality of life.
- Safe Environment: We provide a safe, open, and non-prejudicial environment for patients and their carers.
- Collaborative Teamwork: We achieve our goals through collaborative teamwork built on mutual respect and sound clinical practice.
Bereavement Support Program
We offer a supportive bereavement program, including a remembrance service held twice a year to honour and remember loved ones.
Referrals and Admissions
- Medical Referrals: Required for all admissions, except from other specialist palliative care units.
- Patient Types: We accommodate privately insured, self-insured, DVA patients, and public patients.
- Public Referrals: Contact the Palliative Care Clinical Nurse Specialist for public palliative care referrals.
Contact Information
- Clinical Nurse Manager (Private Referrals and Enquiries): Tel (08) 9246 6395
- Clinical Nurse Specialist (Public Palliative Care Referrals): Tel (08) 9400 9573
For more information or to arrange a visit, please contact the Clinical Nurse Manager.