Non-English Language Palliative Care Resources

There are many languages spoken in NSW. Accessing resources in other languages can help patients, carers and loved ones to better understand Palliative Care and its role.

The resources listed below offer culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) communities with Palliative Care information in a variety of languages.

If you require an interpreter, contact the Translating and Interpreting Service (TIS National) on 13 14 50 or tisnational.gov.au.

What is Palliative Care?

Palliative Care Victoria developed brochures and audio files about palliative care, available in the languages listed below:

‘What Matters Most’ Discussion Starter and Cards:

Palliative Care Australia developed the ‘What Matters Most’ resources for people accessing palliative care and aged care services. They can help people work out what would matter most to them at end-of-life, and encourage important discussions between the person and their family, friends or healthcare workers.

The ‘What Matters Most’ Discussion Starter booklet is available in English and can be downloaded here. You can also order copies of the Discussion Starter booklet here.

The ‘What Matters Most’ Discussion cards are available in the languages listed below. You can also order copies of the Discussion Starter cards in these languages here.