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When someone you love is facing a serious or life-limiting illness, the journey can feel overwhelming. Palliative care is about supporting individuals and their families as priorities shift – often when a hoped-for outcome has changed, and the current care plan is no longer the best fit. At this stage, the focus moves towards comfort, dignity, and quality of life.
At Abode, we believe that care should meet people where they are: in their own homes, surrounded by the people, pets, and spaces that bring comfort. Our in-home palliative care services are designed to do exactly that.
Palliative care is specialised support for individuals living with serious illness. It is also designed to help people navigate the natural process of ageing, which can create a variety of extra needs. Palliative care focuses on relief from pain and other distressing symptoms, while also supporting emotional, social, and spiritual wellbeing.
Our palliative care offering includes end-of-life care, but the two are not interchangeable. Palliative care is not just for your loved one’s final days or weeks – in fact, palliative care can begin at diagnosis and run alongside curative or life-prolonging treatment. Really it’s about helping people live as well as possible, for as long as possible.
At its heart, palliative care is about improving quality of life – for both the person receiving care, and their whānau. This can include:
Palliative care can be delivered alongside other treatments such as chemotherapy, physiotherapy, or medications aimed at managing a condition. It’s a collaborative approach that values the whole person, not just the medical condition.
In every case, our team works closely with healthcare providers to ensure continuity of care, clear communication, and respect for the person’s values and wishes.
For many families, home is the most comforting place to be – and that includes during times of illness. Abode’s in-home palliative care offers:
Whether it’s morning routines, shared meals, or simply being in familiar surroundings, in-home care supports wellbeing in a way that institutional settings often can’t.
Palliative care can support people at many stages of illness, including:
If your loved one’s condition is affecting their comfort, energy, or ability to live independently, it may be time to explore care options. Your GP or specialist can help guide the process, and our highly-trained, compassionate team is always here to provide information and support.
Palliative care doesn’t stop at the patient. We also support the people who care for them. Whether it’s offering respite, helping with planning, or just being there to listen, our carers are here for your whānau, too.
We also understand that cost can be a concern for families. At Abode, all in-home palliative care services are paid for privately. Our team can guide you through the options, helping you plan ahead for changing needs over time.
With the right support, people with serious illness can continue to find joy, comfort, and meaning in daily life, at home where they belong.
If you’re beginning to explore care for a loved one, we invite you to get in touch. Our team is here to guide you through every step of the process, with expertise, empathy, and dignity at the core of all we do.
