Resources
By sharing knowledge and resources, we aim to make palliative care more accessible, reduce stigma, and build a more informed, compassionate community. Whether you need guidance for a loved one, want to expand your professional skills, or are simply curious to learn more, we’re here to help.
Client and Carer Information Booklets
Banskia’s specially written information booklets will assist you with answering questions you have about palliative care.
Connecting to Community Resources
Your one-stop-shop to other community groups and services which will support you on your journey
Daily living aids for hire
Equipment that helps support mobility, independence and safety are available for hire.
Everyday Function Scale
Use this sclae to measure your loved one’s general health and condition after a terminal illness diagnosis.
Getting through the holidays
Here are some helpful tools to support you in navigating your way during the festive seasons.
Grief and young people
Learn mor about the ways in which adolescents express and process loss and grief.
Infection control in the home
These guidelines have been developed, in accordance with the Australian Guidelines for the Prevention and Control of Infection in Healthcare (NHMRC, 2010).
Information for teachers and schools
Supporting children and adolescents facing serious illness, dying and grief in a school environment.
Living with Dementia
Palliative care for dementia is not just end-of-life care – it is a holistic approach that can begin earlier in the illness and continue for many months or even years.
Managing medications
What you need to know about palliative medications.
Medical and legal planning
Banksia supports Advance Care Planning (ACP) discussions to ensure that client’s wishes and preferences are known should the situation arise when they are unable to speak for themselves.
Providing personal and practical care
What you can do to help ensure the safety, and comfort of a loved one as their illness progresses.
Talking to children about death and dying
Children are often more ready to talk about death than we expect
Questions and Answers
Here are some common questions we hear answered.
Staying Safe During Bushfire Season
During Bushfire Season, Banksia takes additional precautions to ensure the safety of the staff and of the community who rely on our service