Aged & Palliative Care
Find the right aged care services and palliative care support in your community
Accessing aged care services or palliative care can feel overwhelming, but you’re not alone. Whether you need help navigating aged care services, planning for future care needs, or accessing compassionate palliative care services, support is available to make the process easier and less stressful.
My Aged Care - aged care services
My Aged Care is your trusted starting point for finding aged care services in Australia. It provides clear information and helps you connect with home care, residential aged care, respite services, and more. From initial assessments to finding local service providers, My Aged Care makes it easier to access the support that’s right for you or your loved ones.
If you are looking for a local aged care provider, My Aged Care’s Find a provider tool will direct you to what home help, short term care and aged care homes are available in your area.
Need help navigating My Aged Care?
If you’re unsure where to start or find the aged care system confusing, the care finder service is here to help. Care finders offer one-on-one, personalised support to guide you through My Aged Care, explain your aged care options, assist with assessments, and connect you with local service providers. They ensure you feel supported every step of the way.
If you don’t live in Western or Far West NSW, you can find your local care finder organisation here.
Palliative care and support
Western and Far West NSW Local Health Districts provide specialist palliative care support to people living with a life limiting illness. Nursing professionals work in cooperation with GPs, hospitals, specialists and allied health to provide quality person-centered care. To find a local provider, visit:
Find other health services near you
Looking for other aged care services, palliative care services, or local health programs? Our easy-to-use Find A Service tool helps you locate trusted health services in your area.
For trusted medical and palliative advice 24 hours a day call healthdirect on 1800 022 222.
