At Forbes Care, our Palliative Care & End of Life Support Program is designed to help people remain comfortable, safe, and supported in their own homes during the palliative or end-of-life stage.
Our Occupational Therapists work alongside families, carers, GPs, and palliative care teams to provide practical strategies, equipment recommendations, and home-based support that focuses on comfort, dignity, and meaningful participation in daily life.
This program supports individuals receiving Support at Home funding with a palliative condition or those funded under the End-of-Life Pathway.
Occupational Therapy can play an important role in supporting comfort and independence at home, particularly when health needs are changing.
Our team can assist with:
Our program is flexible and tailored to each individual. Support may include:
The focus is always on practical, timely support that helps people remain as comfortable and supported as possible at home.
This program may be suitable for people who:
This program provides practical, home-based Occupational Therapy support for people receiving Support at Homeservices with a palliative condition or those funded under the End-of-Life Pathway. The focus is on comfort, safety, and supporting daily activities in the home environment.
This program is suitable for people who:
We understand that needs can change quickly during this stage. Our team aims to respond promptly and prioritise urgent referrals where possible.
Support is always tailored to the individual but may include:
Yes. Supporting carers is a key part of this program. Occupational Therapists can provide guidance on safe care routines, positioning, and strategies to help reduce strain and improve comfort for both the person receiving care and the carer.
No. Occupational Therapy support can be helpful at any stage of a palliative condition. Early involvement can help improve comfort, reduce stress, and plan ahead for changing needs.
For people funded under the End-of-Life Pathway, the focus is typically on practical equipment and comfort strategies that can be implemented quickly. Minor environmental adjustments may be recommended where appropriate, depending on funding and clinical needs.
To book an appointment with an occupational therapist, please call 07 5220 8909 or submit a referral form below.
General Practitioners can send referrals to:
Email: hello@forbes.care
Fax: 07 5302 6482
Address: Shop 15/102 Burnett St, Buderim
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Forbes Care welcomes all peoples who identify as LGBTQIA+, and those with other diverse genders and sexualities.
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