PalAssist

Business Name: PalAssist (Palliative Care Support & Advice).

Overview:.

PalAssist is a cost-free, thoughtful palliative care details and support service provided by Cancer Council Queensland and funded by the Queensland Government. It is dedicated to supporting individuals facing life-limiting illnesses, in addition to their families and carers, by supplying tailored guidance, emotional support, and useful resources.

Operating Hours & Access:.

Available daily from 7 am to 7 pm, 7 days a week, via phone (1800 772 273), online conversation, callback, or e-mail.

Services Offered:.

Personalised Support: Operated by signed up nurses and allied health professionals who provide individualised advice and can refer customers to local palliative care and associated services.

Emotional Counselling: Clients experiencing distress can be referred to the PalAssist Nurse Counselling Service, which generally consists of as much as 2 telephone coaching sessions plus a follow-up check-in. Tip-sheets and further support referrals are given as required.

Practical Guidance: Includes assistance with comprehending palliative care, navigating the health system, end-of-life preparation (e.g., Advanced Health Directives, Enduring Power of Attorney), and accessing local home or in-patient care.

Resources Available:.

PalAssist supplies a varied range of free downloadable and hard-copy resources-- such as guides and factsheets-- addressing subjects like breathlessness, looking after someone who is dying, morphine use, and changes in resting habits. Health professionals can get resources in bulk to sustain their patients for upcoming care durations.

Target Audience:.

Individuals coping with a life-limiting illness.

Their families and jobs.

Health professionals seeking palliative care details or resources.

Mission Statement:.

PalAssist's charter is to give exact information, emotional support, and relied on advice-- so customers never have to feel alone or overwhelmed during challenging times.