Each infant, child, young person and family is unique, and everyone’s paediatric palliative care experience will be different.
The role of families and caregivers is central to the care provided.
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Palliative Care Australia
Palliative Care Australia (PCA) is the national peak body for palliative care.
PCA represents all those who work towards high-quality palliative care for all Australians. Working closely with consumers, our Member Organisations and the palliative care workforce, we aim to improve access to, and promote the need for, palliative care.
Paediatric Palliative Care Australia and New Zealand
Paediatric Palliative Care Australia and New Zealand (PaPCANZ) is a professional group which aims to build expertise and further develop paediatric palliative care and ensure sustainability and excellence in this dual specialty. PaPCANZ is an incorporated entity. All specialist paediatric palliative care services across Australia are represented by, and contribute to the work of, PaPCANZ .
PaPCANZ have an expectation that they will develop policies and practices in partnership that incorporate and value the mana of matauranga Māori and tikanga.
Palliative Care Australia (PCA) and Paediatric Palliative Care Australia and New Zealand (PaPCANZ) represent a strong network of health professionals, and dedicated professionals committed to the delivery of quality paediatric palliative care for all.
PCA and PaPCANZ work closely to provide information, resources, educational tools and drive advocacy for health professionals, support organisations, families, carers, and young people to enhance the experience of and access to specialised paediatric palliative care in Australia.
The Paediatric Palliative Care National Action Plan Project received grant funding from the Australian Government as part of the Supporting Children with Life Threatening Medical Conditions and their Families 2019 election commitment.
Palliative Care Australia is pleased to be working closely with Paediatric Palliative Care Australia and New Zealand (PaPCANZ) to deliver the project.
This exciting three-year project commenced in July 2020.
PCA and PaPCANZ are undertaking a new paediatric palliative care project – Shaping the Future of Paediatric Palliative Care and your insights are essential to its success.
‘Shaping the Future’ Project builds on the foundation laid by the Paediatric Palliative Care National Action Plan Project which involved over 300 dedicated individuals.
The Project will encompass a comprehensive approach to improve paediatric palliative care services, including workforce development, accessibility, awareness-raising, advocacy, and inclusive involvement of those affected by life-limiting illnesses and those from underserved populations in the planning, and evaluation of activities.
Each infant, child, young person and family is unique, and everyone’s paediatric palliative care experience will be different.
The role of families and caregivers is central to the care provided.
Read moreThe provision of high quality paediatric palliative care for every infant, child, young person and their families involves collaboration between the child, family, caregivers, and multidisciplinary health care professionals.
Read moreAdolescent. Teenager. Young adult. Whatever you call it, being at the cusp of adulthood is a unique time of life, full of figuring out who you are and what’s important to you. And if you’re also navigating a serious, life-threatening or life-limiting condition, or someone close to you is, you probably have things on your mind that are different to a lot of your friends. That’s what this page is for.
Read moreThe purpose of the National Service Directory is to provide consistent, reliable and easily accessible information about palliative care services and supports to the Australian public.
National Service Directory
Each infant, child, young person and family is unique, and everyone’s paediatric palliative care experience will be different.
The role of families and caregivers is central to the care provided.
Read more
The provision of high quality paediatric palliative care for every infant, child, young person and their families involves collaboration between the child, family, caregivers, and multidisciplinary health care professionals.
Read more
Adolescent. Teenager. Young adult. Whatever you call it, being at the cusp of adulthood is a unique time of life, full of figuring out who you are and what’s important to you. And if you’re also navigating a serious, life-threatening or life-limiting condition, or someone close to you is, you probably have things on your mind that are different to a lot of your friends. That’s what this page is for.
Read more
The purpose of the National Service Directory is to provide consistent, reliable and easily accessible information about palliative care services and supports to the Australian public.
National Service DirectoryLearn more here about the Paediatric Palliative Care National Action Plan project and how you can get involved to improve palliative care for infants, children, young people and their families.
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Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are advised that this website may contain images, videos and voices of people who have passed on. Some of the content and topics covered might also cause distress. You are welcome here, and we want you to feel safe and take care.
If you find that you need support please reach out to 13YARN on 13 92 76, Grief Australia, Grief Line on 1300 845 745, or Lifeline on 13 11 14.
Palliative Care Australia is located in Canberra. We acknowledge the traditional custodians of the surrounding land and waters, the Ngunnawal and Ngambri Peoples and pay our respects to Elders past and present. We extend that same respect and acknowledge the continuing cultures and contribution of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples across Australia.
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