End of Life Pathway and Palliative Care for OTs in Support at Home

The role of Occupational Therapists in end-of-life and palliative care is essential but often overlooked or misunderstood. This session will explore how OTs can confidently support function, comfort, and dignity in the final stages of life, with clear alignment to aged care reforms and the new Support at Home End-of-Life Pathway.

Whether you’re new to palliative work or want to sharpen your impact, this session will give you the clinical tools, documentation language, and confidence to deliver value in this sensitive and vital area.

What You’ll Learn:

1. Introduction to the EOL Short Term Pathway

• How it works under the Support at Home reforms
• Relevant legislation and strengthened aged care quality standards

2. Overview & Key Details

• Insight into the OT’s role in palliative and end-of-life care
• Examples of how OTs support function, comfort, and dignity in the final stages
• Key tools and concepts (e.g. scoring systems, care planning language)
• Guidance on aligning your reports with end-of-life goals of care

3. Practice Scenarios

• Tips for working with families, GPs, and palliative care teams

4. Peer Connect

• Identify opportunities and challenges
• Workshop navigation strategies with other OTs

5. Resources (included with registration)

Who Should Attend?

• Occupational Therapists working in community aged care
• Occupational Therapists supporting clients with cancer, MND, frailty, or advanced dementia
• OTs wanting to build confidence in palliative language, tools, and practice

A recording of the session and slide summary will be provided to attendees, even if you cannot attend live.

Please note: Date and time of the session may be subject to change.