About
Business Name: PalAssist (Palliative Care Support & Advice).
Overview:.
PalAssist is a free, compassionate palliative care information and support service supplied by Cancer Council Queensland and funded by the Queensland Government. It is devoted to sustaining individuals dealing with life-limiting illnesses, together with their families and carers, by supplying tailored guidance, emotional support, and valuable resources.
Operating Hours & Access:.
Readily available daily from 7 am to 7 pm, 7 days a week, through phone (1800 772 273), online chat, callback, or e-mail.
Services Offered:.
Personalised Support: Operated by signed up nurses and allied health experts who provide individualised advice and can refer customers to local palliative care and associated services.
Emotional Counselling: Clients experiencing distress can be described the PalAssist Nurse Counselling Service, which generally consists of approximately 2 telephone therapy sessions plus a follow-up check-in. Tip-sheets and further support referrals are supplied as needed.
Practical Guidance: Includes assistance with recognizing palliative care, navigating the health system, end-of-life planning (e.g., Advanced Health Directives, Enduring Power of Attorney), and accessing local home or in-patient care.
Resources Available:.
PalAssist provides a varied variety of free downloadable and hard-copy resources-- such as overviews and factsheets-- addressing subjects like breathlessness, taking care of someone who is passing away, morphine use, and changes in resting habits. Health professionals can order resources wholesale to support their patients for upcoming care periods.
Target Audience:.
Individuals living with a life-limiting illness.
Their families and occupations.
Health experts seeking palliative care info or resources.
Mission Statement:.
PalAssist's charter is to supply accurate information, emotional support, and relied on advice-- so clients never have to feel alone or overwhelmed during challenging times.