Palliative Care in the Home

Living with a terminal illness or condition can be incredibly difficult for an individual and their loved ones. Palliative care in the home can go a long way in helping you manage the impact of your condition as well as everyday activities.
Beacon Support is highly experienced in delivering palliative care in the home and offers a wide variety of services to make this difficult time a little easier for you.

We Have a Variety of Palliative Care Services

We offer full-time support, as well as occasional nursing care, to ensure the individual is as comfortable as possible and help them to achieve the best quality of life possible. We can help ensure pain is effectively managed and support any end-of-life treatment. Our carers also understand that palliative care is not just about physical care.

Part of our in home care means being there to provide relief for symptoms, as well as, emotional support for you. Your needs will be put at the forefront of our minds as we develop and deliver support and care tailored to your specific condition and situation.

We Have a Variety of Palliative Care Services

Palliative Care – Our Primary Goals

To compassionately assist the client to live their life as fully as they can
To ensure the client is kept as comfortable and free from pain and distressing symptoms as much as possible
To help the person to die with dignity.

Our palliative care support services can include:

Around the clock support
Medication support under the supervision of a registered nurse
Clinical care
Coordinating the services of healthcare professionals
Comfort and companionship
Personal hygiene and grooming
Continence care
Transport requirements
Bereavement support.

We work closely with other medical professionals to ensure our palliative care services are comprehensive and holistic. Every individual and diagnosis is different and we will incorporate that individuality into your palliative care plan.

Managing Palliative Care at Home

We will work in close consultation with you to gain a thorough understanding of your condition and individual circumstances. We will develop an in-home palliative care plan that matches your specific needs and can evolve with you as your care and support requirements change.

While your palliative care at home plan will be unique to you, some of the symptoms we can help with include:

Pain management
Difficulties speaking and eating
Bowel and bladder issues
Mobility difficulties
Difficulty communicating with others
Memory problems
Seizures

Regardless of the symptoms or difficulties you face, Beacon Support can help you. We can also coordinate with other services as required.

Who Can Access Palliative Home Care Assistance?

Palliative home care assistance is available to anyone who has been diagnosed with an incurable and life-ending illness. We offer care and support to infants, teens, adults and the aged.

If you are living with a form of cancer, end-stage lung or kidney disease, Motor Neurone Disease, or another terminal condition you may benefit from in-home palliative care and support.

Palliative home care assistance services

At Beacon Support we offer a range of services that cater to your individual needs. These services can include:

Keeping the client comfortable by providing relief from pain and other symptoms such as shortness of breath or vomiting
Offering compassionate, emotional support and companionship
Liaising with other health care professionals regarding your care and support needs
Providing social and spiritual support including any cultural needs
Creating a forum for families to get together and talk about the inevitable passing of their loved one and other sensitive matters
Providing support needed around the home
Providing access to counselling servicing including grief and loss support
Assistance during the bereavement period.

Common FAQs

How soon can I start palliative care?
Palliative care can commence at any stage following diagnosis. Some people prefer to start immediately after they receive the prognosis, while others choose to start a little later.

How long will I need home palliative care services?
The quickest answer to this question is, “For as long as you need it”.

You and your palliative care team will discuss your needs and determine how long you may need palliative care.

Do I still need to go to the hospital while receiving home palliative care services?
Depending on the illness and the stage it is in, you will may still need to visit the hospital for some forms of treatment. The majority of palliative care assistance can be provided in the home. Your palliative care team will discuss your needs and how they can be met. We recognise and support the desire of patients to receive end-of-life care and pass on in the comfort of their homes.

Palliative Care At Home You Can Trust

We’ll spend time with you to determine the best palliative services for your specific circumstances. With decades of experience, we can provide guidance and support you through every stage of the illness.

Our palliative care plans are flexible. With our support and advice, you can change the plans as the circumstances change. We can also provide advice on what palliative care funding may be available to you.

For more information about our palliative care services, contact Beacon Support today. We pride ourselves on delivering quality care and support you can trust.

Palliative Care in the Home

We Have a Variety of Palliative Care Services

Palliative Care – Our Primary Goals

Managing Palliative Care at Home

Who Can Access Palliative Home Care Assistance?

Palliative home care assistance services

Common FAQs

Palliative Care At Home You Can Trust

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