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OUR SERVICE

Care that puts you first

Palliative care supports people of any age living with a life-limiting illness. When cure is no longer the focus, palliative care turns to comfort, quality of life and helping each person live as well as possible.

It also supports not only the patient, but those around them including carers, family members, loved ones, neighbours, and friends. We are here for everyone involved providing practical guidance, emotional support and compassionate care.

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Our approach to care

We see the person, not just the illness

At Ballarat Hospice Care, we take the time to understand what matters most to each person. We listen, we respond, and we tailor our care to individual needs, preferences and goals.

Our specialist in-home palliative care is free for registered patients and supports physical, emotional, social and spiritual wellbeing. We also work closely with other health and community services, for connected, responsive and coordinated care.

For Patients

We provide personalised care that supports comfort, dignity and choice at every stage.

For Carers

We support carers and loved ones with information, reassurance and practical help along the way.

Education

We share knowledge and guidance, so patients, carers and families feel more confident and supported at home.

Our Impact

394

Referrals (2024-25)

189

average patients per month (2024-25)

55%

of patients died in their place of choice (2024-25)

2157

After hours contacts (2024-25)

Testimonials

What patients say about us

…thank you for the care and compassion you gave to our mother. Your service truly reflects the philosophy of palliative care.

With your care, expert help and advice, our Dad was able to stay at home where he wanted to be.

…every phone call, every visit; you gave me comfort, courage and reassurance that I needed…

Thank you for supporting us…it was an intense but precious and beautiful time we could spend together at home…

...Your presence was an absolute rock for us... Some visits it felt like a saint had arrived, bringing the calm and expertise we needed. You turned a very sad time into something precious and profound for our family.

OUR ORGANISATION

Who we are

We are a team of specialist palliative care clinical staff (including a palliative care physician, specialist palliative care nurses and social workers), administration and support staff, and trained volunteers.

Established by community members in 1985, our not-for-profit organisation guides patients, carers, and families to live, die, and grieve well.

OUR VALUES​

We are driven by a commitment to provide compassionate, holistic care.

HEAR OUR STORIES

Palliative care is about celebrating lives.

LEARN WITH US

Education is key to our service delivery.

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You can make a difference! Donate, volunteer, sponsor, or visit the Op Shop located at 723 Sturt Street, Ballarat.

40 Years of Care, Connection and Community

Since 1985, Ballarat Hospice Care has provided in-home specialist palliative care.

In 2025 we proudly marked 40 years, reflecting on the people, stories, and milestones that have shaped our journey.

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