National Palliative Care Week 2025 will be held from May 11th to 17th and aims to raise awareness and promote understanding of palliative care for individuals with life-limiting illnesses.
During National Palliative Care Week, the Hunter New England and Central Coast Primary Health Network is hosting a free community awareness and education event for the Tamworth community.
“People are welcome to join us for a morning of short presentations from a range of palliative care professionals as well as information trade stalls.” said the news release.
“This event is suitable for people with a life-limiting condition, carers, family, friends, and any community members who would like to learn more about palliative and end-of-life care and the care options available in our region.”
Speakers and stall holders will include palliative care and other professionals from a number of organisations including Hunter New England Local Health District, Carers NSW, Advance Care Planning Australia, Death Doula Service, Cancer Council, Services Australia, Healthwise Mental Health Services, the Primary Health Network and more.
“Australians have a great attitude to life; we want to bring that same openness and curiosity to how we approach end of life and National Palliative Care Week gives us a chance to explore the thinking and conversations that go with it.”
A range of topics will be covered on the day including:
- What is Palliative Care? What is End-of-Life Care? Is there a difference?
- Breaking common misconceptions about Palliative Care
- The importance of Advance Care Planning
- Grief and Bereavement Support
- Carer Support Options
- Palliative Care services in our region
- A Palliative Care volunteer sharing their story
The event is being held at The Event Centre @ The Mercure Tamworth, Scully Park, Kent Street Tamworth from 9:00am – 12:00pm with a limited number of free tickets available.
You can register here.
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