Palliative Care in aged care facilities for residents with a non-cancer diagnosis [ 2002 - 2003 ]

Research Grant

Researchers: Carol Grbich (Principal investigator) ,  Ian Maddocks ,  Prof Deborah Parker

Brief description Preliminary studies have suggested there may be deficiencies in the care of residents in aged care facilities who have advanced terminal illnesses other than cancer. Aged care residents do not have access to the expertise and resources available to clients of palliative care services where cancer is the major diagnosis. This study aims to investigate the extent and nature of any deficits experienced in aged care facilities and to employ palliative care standards to develop strategies so that any unmet needs can be addressed.

Funding Amount $AUD 70,000.00

Funding Scheme NHMRC Strategic Awards

Notes Palliative Care Research