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09 May 2024

Where to get support for advance care planning?

Advance care planning involves shared planning for your future health care needs. It is a voluntary and ongoing process. It enables you to make some decisions now about the health care you would or would not like to receive if you were unable to

23 April 2024

Advance care planning in aged care

Advance care planning is integral to high quality, person-centred care. Find out more about the importance of advance care planning and communicating with loved ones in the aged care setting.

19 February 2024

Navigating the topic of voluntary assisted dying in advance care planning conversations

Navigating the topic of voluntary assisted dying in advance care planning conversations can be uncomfortable. Read the new guiding principles for health professionals.

29 September 2023

Alexandra nurse helps locals plan care on their terms

In April 2018 Jeanie Hurrey opened an advance care planning clinic at Alexandra District Health in regional Victoria.

29 September 2023

Who will be there for you when health decisions are needed?

20 September 2023

Respecting your values

The advance care planning process is flexible and allows people to revise the details of their advance care plan, including their substitute decision-maker, as needed.

20 September 2023

Putting it into words

Advance care planning is a way of reframing hope. The process can help people to think about their preferences and choices, expressing hope for certain outcomes should their illness progress.

20 September 2023

Another step in the right direction

20 September 2023

Reflections of a palliative care doctor