This week, Right at Home offices across Australia are promoting National Palliative Care Week (NPCW) held from Sunday 24 May to Saturday 30 May. This year’s theme is “Palliative Care… It’s more than you think”.  

During NPCW 2020, Palliative Care Australia hopes to spark important conversations in the community about the benefits of quality palliative care and celebrate the dedication of those working and volunteering in palliative care across Australia. 

A new report, commissioned with the assistance of The Snow Foundation by Palliative Care Australia and prepared by KPMG, was released this week as part of NPCW on Investing to Save – The economics of increased investment in palliative care in Australia. 

The report calls for an overhaul of the palliative care system in Australia, including an additional annual investment of just over $350 million, which will result in a saving of over $450 million across the broader health care system every year. 

The report also calls for a national agreement on palliative care between the Commonwealth and the states and territories, and a new full-time Palliative Care Commissioner, to help create the best experience possible for those with life-limiting conditions and those around them. 

A full copy of the report can be downloaded here. 

Right at Home, providers of homecare and assisatnce, provides in-home palliative and skilled nursing care. We help clients who may be trying to relieve someone's pain during a serious illness. We also provide support and assistance with end-of-life care. 

If you’d like to find out more about palliative care with Right at Home, contact us today.  

In good health. 

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As a home care provider, Right at Home Australia provides support and homecare and assistance for the elderly and for people suffering with illness so they can remain at home together with their loved ones through recovery or maintain an independent life if living with a disability. Our care services fall into several categories of home care for seniors, adults living with a disability and post-operative care including services for those with special care situations caused by complex medical conditions. Right at Home is a 'My Aged Care' government approved, home care provider for levels 1 – 4 and have a comprehensive portfolio of care services that ensure your loved ones get the care they need. Right at Home also provides care through the NDIS disability scheme. If you or someone you love needs care due to changed conditions because of Coronavirus, we have capacity so give us a call. Our number one priority is the safety of our staff and clients, and we follow strict hygiene and safety protocols. 

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Founded in 1995, Right at Home offers in-home companionship and personal care, and assistance to seniors (elderly and aged care) and adults living with a disability who want to continue to live independently or age in their home. Right at Home is your local expert for issues related to caring for your loved ones and is dedicated to keeping you informed about home care. With no admin or subscription fees Right at Home allows you to get more care from your package or budget.

Right at Home is a 'My Aged Care' government approved, home care provider for levels 1 – 4 and offers flexible in-home care services such as nursing care, after hospital care, post-operative care, respite care, dementia and Alzheimer's care. Right at Home also offers assistance with daily living and personal care such as grooming, hygiene, transport, shopping, meal prep, domestic services and social support, so your loved one can enjoy a more independent, vibrant life. Our nurses and caregivers are screened, highly trained, and insured prior to entering your home so you can trust us with the caregiving while you focus on your loved one.

To find out more, please give us a call on 1300 363 802 or visit our website.

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