When her mother was told that her condition was terminal, Sue knew she would put her life on hold to care for her. What she soon realised was how important it would also be to advocate for her mother’s needs.  The journey Mum was 89 years old and a very healthy person. Then, in just three months, she moved from being independent to passing away.  ...

From March 22-26, Advance Care Planning Week highlights the importance of considering and documenting your future healthcare preferences in preparation for a time when you may not be able to communicate them. A bit of planning now can help ensure your wishes are respected, take pressure off loved ones, and minimise the risk of family conflict at ...

Amanda was relieved when doctors told her mum, who’d been diagnosed with uterine cancer several months earlier, there was nothing more they could do. “My mum was a powerhouse,” she says. “I knew she would fight because that was her nature. When the doctors said that, it took the pressure off and helped her to a place of acceptance.” For Amanda and ...