Palliative Care ACT Incorporated
Palliative Care ACT Incorporated (PC ACT) is a nonprofit organisation serving as the representative body for palliative care services in the Australian Capital Territory (ACT). Registered with the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission (ACNC), its mission is to advocate for, support, and enhance the delivery of quality palliative care for individuals with life-limiting illnesses, their carers, and families[2][4].

The organisation operates through a volunteer-based service model, focusing on holistic, patient-centred care that spans clinical treatment, emotional support, and bereavement assistance[2][5]. It aligns with national strategies such as the National Palliative Care Strategy (2018) and collaborates with local initiatives like the ACT Government’s Territory Wide Palliative Care Service Project to improve integrated, multidisciplinary care pathways[5].

PC ACT emphasizes community-based care and works to bridge gaps between clinical services and community organisations, ensuring referrals and support networks are accessible to patients and families[5]. Its advocacy efforts aim to address systemic challenges in funding and service coordination, promoting equitable access to palliative care across the ACT[4][5].

[1] https://palliativecare.org.au [2] https://www.acnc.gov.au/charity/charities/7e032078-39af-e811-a961-000d3ad24182 [3] https://palliativecare.org.au/contact/ [4] https://www.acnc.gov.au/charity/charities/7e032078-39af-e811-a961-000d3ad24182/documents/619b28cd-51c8-e811-a964-000d3ad24077 [5] https://www.act.gov.au/__data/assets/pdf_file/0003/2302464/ACT-Palliative-Care-Service-Function-Review-Report.pdf