Ballarat Hospice Care Inc.

16/11/2025

Thank you to everyone who joined us on Friday for the Death Café with Ballarat Cemeteries. We appreciated the meaningful conversations and thoughtful feedback!

A big thanks to Annie DeJong and the team for facilitating the session.

Their final FREE Death Café is coming up:

☕🍰 DEATH CAFÉ #3
📅 Saturday 29 November
🕜 1.30pm–2.30pm
📍 Ballarat Library – Meeting Room 2

ℹ️ Bookings essential: Call 5332 1469 or email enquiries@ballaratcemeteries.com.au

Curious about what a Death Café is? Read more here:
https://www.sbs.com.au/food/article/the-unexpected-comfort-of-taking-a-seat-at-a-death-cafes/q52kq6pp2

A big thank you to those who attended yesterday's Death Cafe in partnership with Ballarat Hospice Care Inc.. There were some great conversations and interesting feedback shared.

Thanks to Gemma for coordinating things at Hospice to ensure we had a beautiful space and a seamless experience on the day, and to Joanne from the Supportive Care team for her participation.

If you haven't been able to attend the prior sessions, we have one final, FREE Death Cafe happening in a fortnight's time:

☕ 🍰 𝐃𝐄𝐀𝐓𝐇 𝐂𝐀𝐅𝐄 #𝟑
📅 Saturday 29th November, 1.30pm-2.30pm
📍Ballarat Library, Meeting Room 2, 178 Doveton St N, Ballarat Central

ℹ️ Reservations are essential for space and catering: to book your place, please call Ballarat Cemeteries on 5332 1469 or email us at enquiries@ballaratcemeteries.com.au. If you have specific dietary requirements, please mention this at the point of booking.

⚠️ Please note: Death Cafes are generally not suitable for the recently bereaved, or participants under the age of 18.

Not sure what a FREE Death Cafe is, or whether it will be worth attending? Have a read of this SBS article to get a feel for how it all works ▶ www.sbs.com.au/food/article/the-unexpected-comfort-of-taking-a-seat-at-a-death-cafes/q52kq6pp2

We hope to see you there!

13/11/2025

Don't forget to join us and our friends at Ballarat Cemeteries tomorrow for a relaxed chat about life, death and everything in between — over tea, coffee and snacks. 💬

📅 Friday 14 November, 11–12pm
📍 Ballarat Hospice Care, 1836 Sturt St, Alfredton

No agenda, no lectures — just open, honest conversation.

Bookings essential: 5332 1469 or enquiries@ballaratcemeteries.com.au

Can't attend tomorrow? Ballarat Cemeteries are holding another Death Café on Saturday 29th November at the Ballarat Library.

11/11/2025

💙 What a wonderful evening!

Our Annual General Meeting last night brought together staff, volunteers, alumni and supporters.

The evening was an opportunity to reflect on the year that’s been, look ahead with optimism, and acknowledge the many who make our work possible every day.

Highlights included:
▪️ Recognition of milestone anniversaries for staff and volunteers.
▪️ Farewell to long-serving Board Director Geoff Russell, after 27 years of dedicated service.
▪️ The launch of a new initiative supporting staff professional development.

It was a heartfelt and memorable evening, a true reflection of our values and the care that guides everything we do.

Thank you to everyone who joined us and continues to support Ballarat Hospice Care. 💛

07/11/2025

Reminder: Annual General Meeting

There’s still time to register to join us for our Annual General Meeting on Monday evening 💛

Come along as we reflect on the past year, celebrate our achievements, and acknowledge the people who make our work possible.

👉 Register to attend here - https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/1726673219079?aff=oddtdtcreator

2025 Annual General Meeting

03/11/2025

We’re proud to partner with Ballarat Cemeteries for their upcoming Death Café #2 💬☕

These sessions offer a welcoming space to talk about death, dying and living well - with no agenda, no lectures and no pressure.

Everyone is welcome 💛

Bookings are essential - contact Ballarat Cemeteries on 03 5332 1469 or email enquiries@ballaratcemetries.com.au

We've partnered with our friends at Ballarat Hospice Care Inc. to bring you our next FREE Death Cafe. Why not join us!

☕ 𝐃𝐄𝐀𝐓𝐇 𝐂𝐀𝐅𝐄 #𝟐
📅 Friday 14th November, 11.00am-12.00pm
📍 Ballarat Hospice Care Inc, Meeting Room, 1836 Sturt St, Alfredton

Death Cafes offer a relaxed, welcoming space for you to share thoughts, stories and questions about death over tea, coffee and snacks. They help you become more comfortable talking about death so you can go on to live your life to the fullest.

There’s no set agenda, no lectures and no pressure — just free-flowing conversation led by our experienced facilitator Annie De Jong, with assistance from Hospice's Supportive Care team.

Bookings are essential - call us on 5332 1469 or email us at enquiries@ballaratcemeteries.com.au to reserve your place.

We look forward to seeing you there!

27/10/2025

Annual General Meeting – You’re Invited

We warmly invite our community, partners and supporters to attend our Annual General Meeting.

Join us as we reflect on the past year, celebrate our achievements, and acknowledge the people who make our work possible. 💛

📅 Date: Monday 10th November
🕓 Time: 5.50pm for a 6pm start
📍 Venue: Ballarat Hospice Care, 1836 Sturt Street, Alfredton

Register to attend here -

2025 Annual General Meeting

26/10/2025

Applications Closing Soon!

We’re seeking a compassionate Supportive Care Advisor to join our team and provide emotional, spiritual and bereavement support to patients and families at home.

Make a difference every day. 💛

📅 Applications close tomorrow, Tuesday 28 October
🔗 To apply visit: https://ballarathospicecare.org.au/careers/

23/10/2025

At Ballarat Hospice Care, our strength lies in our team 💙

We are a group of dedicated professionals and volunteers working together to support people with compassion and respect.

We're looking for a Supportive Care Advisor to join us, someone who brings empathy, skill and a genuine desire to make a difference.

📅 Applications close Tuesday 28 October
🔗 Learn more: https://ballarathospicecare.org.au/careers/

21/10/2025

Every day, our Supportive Care team brings comfort and understanding to patients and families. 💛

We’re seeking someone who can listen deeply, support compassionately, and help people navigate life’s most challenging times.

If you have experience in counselling, social work or pastoral care, we’d love to hear from you.

📅 Applications close Tuesday 28 October
🔗 Learn more: https://ballarathospicecare.org.au/careers/

19/10/2025

Join Palliative Care Victoria’s Seniors Month Webinar this Friday:
Palliative Care and Dementia
🗓️ Friday 24 October, 3pm – 4pm

Dementia is now the leading cause of death in Australia. Building understanding and preparing early for its progression can make a significant difference, helping improve the quality of life for the person and those who care for them.

In this session, experts will explore:
✔️ How dementia can progress and how care needs may change
✔️ Communication tips for supporting a person living with dementia
✔️ How to prepare and plan ahead for palliative care
✔️ What support is available for families and carers

Find out more and register via Palliative Care Victoria:
🔗 https://www.pallcarevic.asn.au/page/482/seniors-month-2025

18/10/2025

As National Carers Week draws to a close, we extend our gratitude to every carer, in our region and beyond, for the time, love and care you give.

At Ballarat Hospice Care, we witness the heart of caring every day. Your compassion makes a real difference, and we want you to know you are not alone 💛

14/10/2025

Carers are the heart of compassionate communities 💛

Behind every person receiving palliative care, there’s often a carer - family member, friend or neighbour - offering love, patience and practical support.

At Ballarat Hospice Care, we walk alongside carers, providing guidance, respite and understanding. This week, we acknowledge the difference they make not only to those they care for, but to our whole community.

If you know a carer, take a moment to reach out and say thank you.