Introduction to palliative care modules
supporting Australia's aged care sector

The palliAGED online learning modules for nurses have been well-received by the aged care sector. We have received positive feedback on the modules, as well as several requests by aged care services to integrate these into their learning management systems (LMS). 

Based on the palliAGED Practice Tip Sheets and covering 10 essential topics, the free and evidence-based modules are designed to support nurses engaging with aged care and/or palliative care for the first time. Email us to find out how you include the modules to your organisation's LMS.

Medicines from the PBS Prescriber's bag list

Sometimes people can deteriorate suddenly. In this case anticipatory medicines may not have been arranged. Our Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) prescriber's bag list includes medications that can be used to relieve symptoms in this situation and tips on practical considerations. 
Download list (155kb pdf).

Aged Care Standards page and palliative care

Organisations providing Commonwealth subsidised aged care services are required to comply with the  Quality Standards. Our new page outlines how each of the standards speaks to palliative care, and the resources that can support you and your organisation. Read more.

Palliative care should be evidence-based

Everyone needing or providing palliative care should be equipped with trustworthy, evidence-based information to make informed decisions. CareSearch's Part of Life campaign has resources that can help, including videos and a factsheet on what is palliative care?

Supporting independence and quality of life for people with dementia at the end of life

Dementia is one of the leading causes of death in Australia. Flinders University Associate Professor and Occupational Therapist Kate Laver discusses how can we improve quality of life and maintain function in people in the advanced stages of dementia.
Read more. 

palliAGED Introductory modules for aged care nurses – a gateway to core business

Aged care training will need to include capacity for palliative care with its focus on quality of life and support for the person and their families. CareSearch Senior Research Fellow Dr Katrina Erny-Albrecht discusses how the new palliAGED modules can help. 
Read more.

Skin and wound care

As the body weakens with age, severe illness, or multiple illnesses, wounds can become more common. Wounds affect a person’s quality of life. Our Practice Tip Sheet provides some pointers.

Supporting older persons with comorbidity

Many older people have comorbidity or more than one illness. Comorbidity is associated with poorer quality of life and increased risk of frailty. Our page has practical guidance on what you and your organisation can do.

Providing terminal care

Deterioration in the last days of life or terminal phase can be rapid and can be a time of great change in the older person's condition. Our page lists resources that can support GPs in providing terminal care.