Volunteers for Palliative Care Inc.

Volunteers for Palliative Care Inc. is an Australian nonprofit organisation dedicated to supporting individuals and families facing end-of-life challenges due to life-limiting illnesses. Established in 1990, the organisation operates primarily within the Maitland Local Government Area, providing free, compassionate, non-medical, home-based support to palliative care patients and their carers.

Mission and Services

The core mission of Volunteers for Palliative Care Inc. is to deliver empathetic volunteer support that enhances the quality of life for people living with terminal conditions and their loved ones. The organisation's volunteers offer companionship, emotional support, respite care, assistance with daily activities, and help with transport. They also assist with recording life stories, contributing to the emotional and psychological well-being of patients and families during the end-of-life journey.

Volunteers are specially trained to provide these services with dedication and compassion, aiming to alleviate many of the challenges experienced by those diagnosed with terminal illnesses and their carers. The support provided is free and tailored to meet the unique needs of each individual and family served.

Community Commitment

Volunteers for Palliative Care Inc. is deeply committed to the Maitland community, ensuring that patients and families receive consistent support for as long as it is needed. The organisation fosters a person-centered and family-focused approach to care, emphasizing dignity, respect, and comfort.

Volunteer Involvement

The organisation encourages community members to become involved as volunteers. Training, ongoing education, and mentoring are provided to equip volunteers with the necessary skills and knowledge to provide valuable support. Volunteers gain the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of local individuals facing some of their most challenging times.

Structure and Registration

Volunteers for Palliative Care Inc. operates as a registered Australian charitable entity (ABN: 54507806628RR0001) and is listed on the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission (ACNC). The organisation relies heavily on the dedication and compassion of its volunteer workforce to deliver its mission.

Volunteers for Palliative Care Inc. stands as a vital community resource in Maitland, providing end-of-life support that promotes comfort, companionship, and dignity for those with life-limiting illnesses and their families.[1][2][3]

[1] https://palliativecaremaitland.org.au [2] https://www.acnc.gov.au/charity/charities/7c4eb332-38af-e811-a960-000d3ad24282/profile [3] https://www.acnc.gov.au/charity/charities/7c4eb332-38af-e811-a960-000d3ad24282/documents/be5035eb-4fc8-e811-a961-000d3ad24282 [4] https://friendsofpalliativecare.org.au/volunteer/ [5] https://palliativecarensw.org.au/about/volunteering/