Banksia Palliative Care Service

Banksia Palliative Care Service Banksia Palliative Care Service provides client and family centred care, which is active and supporti

In May, join us for an informal conversation about the ups and downs of life - the loves and the losses.We'll make a spa...
15/04/2026

In May, join us for an informal conversation about the ups and downs of life - the loves and the losses.

We'll make a space for a thought-provoking conversation in which we can share our experiences about death, dying, love and loss.

This is not a grief support or counselling session, but rather a unique opportunity to explore ideas, challenge taboos, and acknowledge the realities of loss and morality together, in a supportive community over a cuppa.

Date: Thursday 21 May, 6.30-8pm
Venue: Mill Park Library, 394 Plenty Rd, Mill Park

This is a free event open to anyone.
Book your free spot here: https://events.humanitix.com/life-love-and-loss-conversations

Caring for someone at home involves many considerations and we at Banksia know all about them!If you're part of a commun...
14/04/2026

Caring for someone at home involves many considerations and we at Banksia know all about them!

If you're part of a community group which is interested in learning more about what goes on in community home care and how your community can support families that you know need your help, we're here to share our knowledge.

We would love to come out to your community group and start the conversation on How to Care at Home. All our community conversations are offered free of charge.

Reach out to us on 9455 0822 / comms@banksiapalliative.com.au and ask for Renee, or read more on our website: https://banksiapalliative.com.au/community-conversations/

Banksia's next Bereavement Social Group is happening this Friday 10 April.This group is open to all family and friends o...
08/04/2026

Banksia's next Bereavement Social Group is happening this Friday 10 April.

This group is open to all family and friends of former Banksia Palliative Care clients. It's intention is to connect people with others who share the lived experience of caring for a loved one who has died. It’s an opportunity for a cuppa and informal conversation about life and loss.

The group meets at the ground floor café inside the building . Those who are interested can take a walk together through the adjacent parklands at the end of the meetup.

This group is facilitated by a Banksia social worker and volunteer.

To learn more or register your attendance, please visit: https://events.humanitix.com/bereavement-social-group

Grief is something we all experience, but don't often talk about.Are you part of a community group that is interested in...
07/04/2026

Grief is something we all experience, but don't often talk about.

Are you part of a community group that is interested in exploring the ways in which grief and loss show up in our lives how to manage it?

At Banksia we're passionate about starting meaningful conversations related to palliative care, such as grief and loss. We know all about it and want to be a part of conversations that help build confidence in supporting ourselves and others in grief with greater understanding and compassion.

We'd love to visit your community group and share our knowledge on this challenging subject. All of community conversations are offered free of charge.

Reach out to us on 9455 0822 / comms@banksiapalliative.com.au and ask for Renee, or read more on our website: https://banksiapalliative.com.au/community-conversations/

Banksia's next Bereavement Social Group is happening on Friday 10 April (we're skipping Easter Friday on the 3rd).This g...
02/04/2026

Banksia's next Bereavement Social Group is happening on Friday 10 April (we're skipping Easter Friday on the 3rd).

This group is open to all family and friends of former Banksia Palliative Care clients. It's intention is to connect people with others who share the lived experience of caring for a loved one who has died. It’s an opportunity for a cuppa and informal conversation about life and loss.

The group meets at the ground floor café inside the building . Those who are interested can take a walk together through the adjacent parklands at the end of the meetup.

This group is facilitated by a Banksia social worker and volunteer.

To learn more or register your attendance, please visit: https://events.humanitix.com/bereavement-social-group

Oh! Here is the lovely Erin, one of Banksia’s social workers. Erin supports our clients and carers with psycho-social ca...
01/04/2026

Oh! Here is the lovely Erin, one of Banksia’s social workers.

Erin supports our clients and carers with psycho-social care during what is often one of the most unsettling times in their life. “It’s such a privilege to meet people in their homes and hear each unique story. Working in palliative care has certainly shifted my perspective on ageing and time. It’s made me realise how the time we have on Earth is so precious.”

At Banksia, Erin works as part of a multidisciplinary team that looks at the whole picture, not just the illness.
Who is supporting the person who is unwell?
What cultural values are important in their care?
What services might help make life more comfortable?

“I love being a part of a team whose different skills come together to give one person the dignified end of life they deserve. This is life-affirming and deeply rewarding community work.”

The palliative care offered by Banksia is free to the Nillumbik, Banyule and Whittlesea communities. If someone you know is living with a life-limiting illness and you think palliative care could help them live better, for longer, visit our website to learn more or make a referral: https://banksiapalliative.com.au/

31/03/2026

Take part in a survey to help inform the future of end of life care!

Our research team is looking for individuals who have recently experienced the death of someone close to them to complete a survey. The project explores how people experience and imagine and good death, and seeks the perspectives of those who have recently accompanied someone through the dying process. This survey will ask questions about what types of services the deceased may have accessed, and if/how these provided support.

The survey is completely anonymous. No identifying information will be recorded.
The survey is available in English, for those who live in Canada, the US, UK, and Australia. Translations are available for those who live in Brazil or Argentina. The estimated completion time is less than 20 minutes.

If you are interested in taking our survey, click on the link below:
https://utampa.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_bpx7hiIzvFCtO8C

Did you miss out on our recent Advance Care Planning event which Banksia was a part of? Are you a part of a community gr...
31/03/2026

Did you miss out on our recent Advance Care Planning event which Banksia was a part of? Are you a part of a community group that would be interested in hearing more on this subject?

At Banksia we're passionate about starting meaningful conversations related to palliative care, and Advance Care Planning is something we're very passionate about. Planning for health care helps us understand the people we’re caring for and then provide care that respectfully aligns to their wishes.

We would love to visit your community group and share our knowledge on this important aspect of health care planning. All our community conversations are offered free of charge.

Reach out to arrange a time for us to visit your group on 9455 0822 / comms@banksiapalliative.com.au and ask for Renee, or read more on our website: https://banksiapalliative.com.au/community-conversations/

Would you like to know more about what palliative care actually is?Would you like to know more about what services Banki...
24/03/2026

Would you like to know more about what palliative care actually is?

Would you like to know more about what services Bankia Palliative Care offers your community?

At Banksia we are passionate about having meaningful conversations about palliative care and answering your questions about what we do. If you're part of a group (in the Whittlesea, Nillumbik & Banyule regions) that is curious about supporting your community with quality of life when living with a terminal illness, and end-of-life care, we invite you to connect with us.

We will send someone out to visit your group and offer free, tailored presentations to get start these conversations. Get in touch with us know by calling 9455 0822 or email comms@banksiapalliative.com.au.

For more information on our website, visit: https://banksiapalliative.com.au/community-conversations/

Starting the conversation about advance care planning is an important first step in ensuring a person’s preferences for ...
20/03/2026

Starting the conversation about advance care planning is an important first step in ensuring a person’s preferences for future care are known and respected.

Here are some conversation starters to help you get the ideas rolling about your choices in your healthcare.

Questions about choices:
*An unacceptable health outcome for me would be _____ because _____.
* I would not want _____ treatments if there was little chance of recovery because _____.
* If I was choosing between quantity and quality of life, I would choose _____ because _____.

For more information visit: https://www.advancecareplanning.org.au/understand-advance-care-planning/starting-the-conversation
Or Banksia’s website: https://banksiapalliative.com.au/medical-and-legal-planning/

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