PCNSW | Welcome to Palliative Care NSW

Palliative care is for every person who has a life limiting illness.

It addresses the physical, psychosocial and spiritual needs around death and dying as well as bereavement for families and other carers.

Families & Carers Health Professionals

Palliative Care NSW is the peak body and leading voice for our members and the community, promoting quality palliative care for everyone.

Palliative Care is for every person who has a life-limiting illness.

It addresses the physical, psychosocial and spiritual needs of people, to allow them to live as well and as comfortably as possible. Palliative Care recognises the unique needs of a person who is approaching and reaching the end of their life, as well as the needs of their family and carers.

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Consider a career in Palliative Care

Are you considering a career in nursing? Are you a nurse, looking to change fields or specialise? Consider Palliative Care.
We talk to nurses from all over NSW in this short video to find out what a career in Palliative Care looks like.

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Caring for someone with a life-limiting illness can be both rewarding and challenging.

You may also have other family or work commitments. It is important to find ways to balance your caring role and other responsibilities so that you maintain a sense of wellbeing.

For Healthcare Professionals

As a health professional, we aim to equip you with evidence-based resources and connect you with networks, to help you better serve the palliative care community.