End of Life and Palliative Care Framework 2019-2024

Summary

The End of Life and Palliative Care Framework 2019-2024 sets out the vision and future direction for palliative and end of life care for people across NSW.

The Framework describes how people and services can work together to provide accessible, high quality end of life and palliative care. The Framework reflects wide engagement with stakeholders, health professionals and community members.

The five priority areas identified in the Framework are:

care is person centred
there is recognition and support for families and carers
there is access to care providers across all settings who are skilled and competent in caring for people requiring end of life and palliative care
care is well-coordinated and integrated
access to quality care is equitable.

NSW Health will develop an implementation plan for the Framework and will monitor progress in meeting these priorities.

Advisory Committee

The 2019–2024 Framework is now under review and will be supported by the NSW End of Life and Palliative Care Framework Review Advisory Committee. The Advisory Committee will provide accountability, strategic advice, and subject matter expertise to guide the next iteration of the Framework. Further details are available in the Terms of Reference for the End of Life and Palliative Care Framework Review Advisory Committee.