Palliative care, The Children's Hospital at Westmead

Contact

Phone: (02) 7825 2154 or (02) 7825 0000 and ask for pager 6794

Location: Nursing Liaison Unit, level 3

About our service

We care for children who have been diagnosed with a life-limiting illness.

Palliative care is not only about end-of-life care. It enhances the quality of life for a child and their family by providing individualised care.

Our team provides support to patients and their families whether they are at home or during hospital admissions. We will support the primary medical team of a patient referred to our service to enhance the coordination of care across the hospital and community setting.

Our team can provide advice and support for complex symptom management and psychosocial support for all members of the family.

Referral process for clinicians

Our department is using to manage referrals.鈥疶he Consultmed platform allows health professionals to send e-referrals to us securely. 鈥� 

Consultmed questions and technical support: [email protected]

Bereavement information for parents and carers

We've put together some information about loss and grieving.

See the Palliative Care and Bereavement handbook

Factsheets

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Support services

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Services for Aboriginal families
Our Aboriginal Hospital Liaison and Education officers play an important role in the care and welfare of and advocacy for Aboriginal patients and families, helping ensure a responsive and respectful patient journey.
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Interpreter and translation services
We can arrange a free interpreter for you. Interpreters are available for over 50 languages. Tell us which language you speak when your child is admitted, or let your nurse know.
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Virtual care (telehealth) services
Virtual care, previously known as telehealth, allows patients. their families and carers to access healthcare services without leaving their home or community.