Future areas for reform
During the consultation process, we heard about innovations, initiatives and models of care that could improve the experience of people accessing palliative care, and improvements to support clinicians and the sector to deliver improved services. While not included in the action list, we have identified these further opportunities to explore:
Volunteers and volunteer coordinator roles in Hospital and Health Services to provide additional support to people with a life-limiting illness, their families and carers.
Opportunities of a First Nations Centre of Excellence with the Queensland Palliative Care Clinical Network.
Improved clinical digital systems to support information-sharing across health and care services and service systems, such as between specialist and GP, for streamlined service experiences and better multidisciplinary care. Mobile formats for information need to be explored for improved consumer experiences. Innovation in this area is likely to improve interactions with GPs, care staff, and palliative care specialists when they are involved in a person’s care.
Opportunities to increase pathways across different areas responsible for end-of-life care including palliative care, voluntary assisted dying, and other services, to promote equal access to quality bereavement support regardless of how a person dies.
