Palliative Care Melbourne

Specialist palliative care services you can trust

At MACG, we provide comprehensive palliative care in Melbourne, supporting individuals living with terminal illnesses and chronic conditions. Our compassionate care extends to families, ensuring they receive the guidance and support they need throughout this journey.

We take a personalised approach to palliative care in aged care, focusing on physical, psychological, emotional, and spiritual well-being. Our commitment is to provide the highest quality palliative care in nursing homes and residential aged care facilities across Victoria.

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Our personalised palliative care approach

At MACG, you're not only a resident—you're part of the family. Our warm and friendly care teams support you and your loved ones while creating a comfortable home environment.

Palliative care aged care ensures all your needs are met. We offer clinical services for pain management, emotional care, and spiritual support.

Our palliative care services in Victoria include:

  • High quality, 24-7 support from your palliative care team
  • Access to allied health professionals
  • Daily living support
  • Compassion and dignity
  • Grief counselling
  • Additional support for families and caregivers

Warm home environments with personalised care

Highly trained palliative care nurses supporting your journey

Diverse lifestyle services and programs

Dedicated support for families and caregivers

Our expertise in end-of-life care

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The palliative care home experience

At MACG, we create a supportive environment where you feel truly cared for. Whether it’s managing pain, providing emotional and spiritual support, or offering assistance with daily living, our approach is tailored to benefit your individual journey. Together, we ensure you receive the expert residential palliative care services that you deserve.

Palliative care in residential aged care

Our homes are warm and welcoming, with excellent facilities. Our care teams are highly qualified and experienced, and we all share a passion for truly caring for other people. It's all about providing the best possible palliative care services in Melbourne.

  • Specialised palliative services
  • Support for all personal care requirements
  • Daily living support
  • Laundry and hotel services
  • Meals cooked to dietary requirements by catering staff
  • Pastoral care and spiritual support
  • Additional support for families and carers

An adaptive care approach to end-of-life care

We offer various lifestyle services to assist with pain management and overall well-being.

  • Meditation and relaxation
  • Cultural and spiritual wellbeing
  • Social, emotional, and pastoral support
  • Wellness clinic services
  • Seated Tai Chi
  • Physiotherapy
  • Pet and animal visits
  • Technology programs to assist
  • Personalised music therapy programs
  • Sensory programs

We travel the journey with you

Our multicultural and diverse care teams truly care about our residents. Many of our residents form close connections with each other and our staff.

  • Our specialist team offers ongoing communication
  • We provide support for your physical and spiritual needs
  • Receive support from your aged care community

Find out more about your local MACG home

We have nine homes across Victoria

We have nine residential aged care homes in Melbourne and regional Victoria. Each one offers a unique and warm environment that will make you feel at home.

Palliative Care Homes in Melbourne

What our residents have to say

Frequently asked questions

What does palliative care mean?

Palliative care is a specialised approach to healthcare that focuses on improving the quality of life for individuals with a life-threatening illness or advanced disease. It provides practical and emotional support to patients and their families, aiming to relieve symptoms and manage pain rather than prolong life.

How will you support my family?

Our care teams work with you to establish a care plan you are happy with. This includes guardianship, advanced care directives, and offering support for your family, relatives, or representative. We support families at the end stage of life.

What conditions qualify for palliative care?

Many people believe palliative care is only offered at the end stage of life, but this is not true. For some people, a palliative approach may be beneficial from the time of diagnosis with a serious life-limiting illness. The relevant medical service will assess whether you or a family member requires palliative care.

Who will be involved in my care?

We will work with your medical team, designated representative or family member, and—most importantly—you to establish and deliver your care plan. Your medical team can include your GP, illness specialist, psychologist, and any other qualified medical professionals involved in your treatment.

Can my relative stay overnight?

Unlike other palliative care companies, we can provide space for family and friends access for overnight stays. We will make arrangements with you at the appropriate time. Contact us today for more information on how we support carers and families.

Is palliative care the same as end-of-life care?

Palliative care and end-of-life care are related but not the same. While palliative care can be provided at any stage of a serious illness, end-of-life care typically focuses on the final stages when the illness progresses. Both types of care aim to offer comfort, but end-of-life care is more specific to the final months or weeks of life.

What's the difference between hospice and palliative care?

Both hospice and palliative care focus on providing comfort and will improve your quality of life. Hospice care is generally offered when curative treatments are no longer pursued, whereas palliative care can be provided alongside treatments that aim to prolong life.

At what stage do you need palliative care?

Palliative care helps at any stage of a serious illness and can be introduced early to help manage symptoms and offer guidance on future medical treatment decisions. It becomes especially important as the illness progresses, relieving pain and other symptoms.

What types of support does palliative care provide?

Palliative care offers comprehensive support, including practical and emotional support for patients and their families. It can also provide grief support referrals, assist with respite care services, and help with decision-making about future medical treatment as the patient's condition changes.

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