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  1. Vision or hearing impairment

    There are many government services and for people living with or caring for someone with vision or hearing impairments.

  2. Visitors in hospital

    Visiting someone in hospital is an important part of a patient’s recovery. Hospital visits from family and friends can help patients recover faster and reduce their anxiety and stress.

  3. Voluntary assisted dying

    Victoria is the first state in Australia to pass voluntary assisted dying laws. The Voluntary Assisted Dying Act (2017) provides a safe legal framework for people who are suffering and dying to choose the manner and timing of their death.

  4. What is telehealth

    Virtual care (otherwise known as telehealth) allows consumers and patients to access health care closer to home or in the home. Virtual care can involve both phone and video consultations.

  5. What to do after someone dies

    When someone dies, it will help you to have a written plan of what you need to do including who you need to contact.

  6. When a caring role changes

    There will be times during your care role when you will need to adjust your role as the circumstances of both you and the person you care for change.

  7. Who to call in a crisis

    Immediate telephone assistance is available for all kinds of emergencies.

  8. Who's who in a palliative care team

    The members of your palliative care team may include doctors, nurses, allied health professionals, volunteers and carers.

  9. Who's who in aged care

    Aged care services are provided by a range of skilled and experienced professionals and aged care support staff.

  10. Who's who in mental health services

    There are a range of mental healthcare and welfare professionals who can help you or someone you care for.