Walking together: Dementia and palliative care pathways

Did you know that many families don’t realise when palliative care begins for a loved one with dementia? Yet early, compassionate conversations can bring comfort, clarity, and peace to everyone involved.

In this episode, Yashi, and Tiffany, an experienced Nurse from Palliative Care Victoria, explore how dementia and palliative care pathways connect, and how aged care workers, nurses, and support staff can better guide families through this emotional stage.

Tune in to learn about:

• How dementia progresses over time and why palliative care is an important part of supporting people living with dementia and their families.
• How and when to start conversations about palliative care in dementia, including ways to approach these discussions with sensitivity and clarity.
• The role of empathy, honest communication, and shared understanding in helping families navigate difficult decisions and future care planning.
• How a palliative approach can support dignity, comfort, and meaningful connection throughout the different stages of dementia.

Whether you work in aged care, respite, or support someone living with dementia, this heartfelt conversation offers warmth, understanding, and practical guidance.