Specialist palliative care use for older people receiving aged care
Author:
Australian Institute of Health and Welfare
Released:
04 December 2025
Topic:
Cat. no:
HWI 139
Summary
This report explores differences in the use of specialist palliative care for older people receiving aged care in the last year of life, comparing those living in residential aged care with those using home care and residential respite care. It reveals key patterns of care and disease trajectories, providing actionable insights to improve end-of-life care for older Australians.
