Advance Care Planning

Advance Care Planning

Florence At Home

Planning Ahead with Confidence and Care

Talking about future health care can feel daunting, but it’s one of the most important conversations you and your family can have. Advance Care Planning is about making sure your values, preferences, and wishes are understood — so that, if a time comes when you cannot speak for yourself, those who care for you can honour your choices.

At Florence at Home, we encourage families to see advance care planning not as a difficult task, but as a gift: clarity for loved ones, dignity for the individual, and peace of mind for everyone involved.

Florence At Home

Planning Ahead with
Confidence and Care

Talking about future health care can feel daunting, but it’s one of the most important conversations you and your family can have. Advance Care Planning is about making sure your values, preferences, and wishes are understood — so that, if a time comes when you cannot speak for yourself, those who care for you can honour your choices.

At Florence at Home, we encourage families to see advance care planning not as a difficult task, but as a gift: clarity for loved ones, dignity for the individual, and peace of mind for everyone involved.

Planning Ahead with Confidence and Care

Talking about future health care can feel daunting, but it’s one of the most important conversations you and your family can have. Advance Care Planning is about making sure your values, preferences, and wishes are understood — so that, if a time comes when you cannot speak for yourself, those who care for you can honour your choices.

At Florence at Home, we encourage families to see advance care planning not as a difficult task, but as a gift: clarity for loved ones, dignity for the individual, and peace of mind for everyone involved.

What is Advance Care Planning?

Advance Care Planning is the process of thinking about, discussing, and documenting your preferences for future health care. It allows you to:

  • Reflect on what matters most to you.

  • Talk openly with your family, carers, and health professionals.

  • Record your wishes so they are clear and legally recognised.

Why It Matters

When health decisions need to be made quickly, it can be stressful for families. Having an advance care plan in place means your voice is always present, even if you cannot speak at the time. It reduces uncertainty, supports better decision-making, and ensures care aligns with your values.

Florence At Home

What is Advance Care Planning?

Advance Care Planning is the process of thinking about, discussing, and documenting your preferences for future health care. It allows you to:

  • Reflect on what matters most to you.

  • Talk openly with your family, carers, and health professionals.

  • Record your wishes so they are clear and legally recognised.

Why It Matters

When health decisions need to be made quickly, it can be stressful for families. Having an advance care plan in place means your voice is always present, even if you cannot speak at the time. It reduces uncertainty, supports better decision-making, and ensures care aligns with your values.

What is Advance Care Planning?

Advance Care Planning is the process of thinking about, discussing, and documenting your preferences for future health care. It allows you to:

  • Reflect on what matters most to you.

  • Talk openly with your family, carers, and health professionals.

  • Record your wishes so they are clear and legally recognised.

Why It Matters

When health decisions need to be made quickly, it can be stressful for families. Having an advance care plan in place means your voice is always present, even if you cannot speak at the time. It reduces uncertainty, supports better decision-making, and ensures care aligns with your values.

Florence At Home

"Advance care planning is not about giving up control — it’s about making sure your voice is heard, your wishes are respected, and your family has the gift of clarity when they need it most."

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"Advance care planning is not about giving up control — it’s about making sure your voice is heard, your wishes are respected, and your family has the gift of clarity when they need it most."

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Key Steps in Advance
Care Planning

  1. Think about your values — What matters most in your life? Comfort, independence, time with family?

  2. Talk to those you trust — Share your wishes with family, friends, and your health care team.

  3. Write it down — Complete the forms relevant to your state or territory.

  4. Share your plan — Make sure copies are given to your GP, family, and anyone involved in your care.

Resources and Support

→ Advance Care Planning Australia
National guides, forms, and advice on how to record your wishes.

→ Health.vic – Advance Care Planning
State-based information and legal forms for Victorians.

→ Palliative Care Australia
Support and resources on planning for care at the end of life.

Florence At Home

Key Steps in Advance Care Planning

  1. Think about your values — What matters most in your life? Comfort, independence, time with family?

  2. Talk to those you trust — Share your wishes with family, friends, and your health care team.

  3. Write it down — Complete the forms relevant to your state or territory.

  4. Share your plan — Make sure copies are given to your GP, family, and anyone involved in your care.

Resources and Support

→ Advance Care Planning Australia
National guides, forms, and advice on how to record your wishes.

→ Health.vic – Advance Care Planning
State-based information and legal forms for Victorians.

→ Palliative Care Australia
Support and resources on planning for care at the end of life.

Key Steps in Advance
Care Planning

  1. Think about your values — What matters most in your life? Comfort, independence, time with family?

  2. Talk to those you trust — Share your wishes with family, friends, and your health care team.

  3. Write it down — Complete the forms relevant to your state or territory.

  4. Share your plan — Make sure copies are given to your GP, family, and anyone involved in your care.

Resources and Support

→ Advance Care Planning Australia
National guides, forms, and advice on how to record your wishes.

→ Health.vic – Advance Care Planning
State-based information and legal forms for Victorians.

→ Palliative Care Australia
Support and resources on planning for care at the end of life.

How Florence at Home Can Help

We understand that starting these conversations can feel overwhelming. Our role is to support you and your family in creating a plan that reflects your wishes and values. We can:

  • Provide information and guidance on the process.

  • Help facilitate discussions with your family.

  • Work alongside your GP or health professionals to ensure your wishes are documented and respected.

Finding Support When You Need It Most

Advance Care Planning is about more than forms and paperwork — it’s about giving yourself and your family peace of mind. If you would like to talk through your options or need support getting started, please reach out.

At Florence at Home, we are here to walk beside you with compassion, respect, and care.

Contact Us →

How Florence at Home Can Help

We understand that starting these conversations can feel overwhelming. Our role is to support you and your family in creating a plan that reflects your wishes and values. We can:

  • Provide information and guidance on the process.

  • Help facilitate discussions with your family.

  • Work alongside your GP or health professionals to ensure your wishes are documented and respected.

Finding Support When You Need It Most

Advance Care Planning is about more than forms and paperwork — it’s about giving yourself and your family peace of mind. If you would like to talk through your options or need support getting started, please reach out.

At Florence at Home, we are here to walk beside you with compassion, respect, and care.

Contact Us →

How Florence at Home Can Help

We understand that starting these conversations can feel overwhelming. Our role is to support you and your family in creating a plan that reflects your wishes and values. We can:

  • Provide information and guidance on the process.

  • Help facilitate discussions with your family.

  • Work alongside your GP or health professionals to ensure your wishes are documented and respected.

Finding Support When You Need It Most

Advance Care Planning is about more than forms and paperwork — it’s about giving yourself and your family peace of mind. If you would like to talk through your options or need support getting started, please reach out.

At Florence at Home, we are here to walk beside you with compassion, respect, and care.

Contact Us →
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Our Mission

RN-led in-home aged care, palliative care and end-of-life support delivered at home across Portland and the surrounding districts of South West Victoria.

Our trusted multidisciplinary team provides holistic, personalised and dignified care, helping families keep loved ones safe, comfortable and connected.

Where we Travel

Aged care: within 30 minutes of Portland, Vic

Palliative and end-of-life care: within 1.5–2 hours of Portland, Vic

Get Started

→ In-Home Palliative &
End-of-Life Care

→ In-Home Aged Care

→ GP Referral – secure form

→ How it works

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Trust & Compliance

ABN: 35 139 055 819

AHPRA Registration: NMW0001796044

Indemnity: Professional Indemnity & Public Liability through Vero Insurance (LPS/024932055/37367)

Provider Number: Currently processing

Qualifications: Bachelor of Nursing, Graduate Certificate in Palliative Care. Ongoing study in Geriatric Medicine (Professional Certificate)

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Start the Conversation

Have questions or need support?
Call us on 0468 387 928 or email office@florenceathome.com.au.

We’ll be here when you need us.

Acknowledgement

We acknowledge the Gunditjmara People as the Traditional Owners of the land on which we live and work in Portland.

We pay our respects to Elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

Florence at Home floral heart nursing logo

Our Mission

RN-led in-home aged care, palliative care and end-of-life support delivered at home across Portland and the surrounding districts of South West Victoria.

Our trusted multidisciplinary team provides holistic, personalised and dignified care, helping families keep loved ones safe, comfortable and connected.

Where we Travel

Aged care: within 30 minutes of Portland, Vic

Palliative and end-of-life care: within 1.5–2 hours of Portland, Vic

Find us on → Facebook

Acknowledgement

We acknowledge the Gunditjmara People as the Traditional Owners of the land on which we live and work in Portland.

We pay our respects to Elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

Start the Conversation

Have questions or need support?
Call us on 0468 387 928 or email office@florenceathome.com.au.

We’ll be here when you need us.

Get Started

→ In-Home Palliative &
End-of-Life Care

→ In-Home Aged Care

→ GP Referral – secure form

→ How it works

Trust & Compliance

ABN: 35 139 055 819

AHPRA Registration: NMW0001796044

Indemnity: Professional Indemnity & Public Liability through Vero Insurance (LPS/024932055/37367)

Provider Number: Currently processing

Qualifications: Bachelor of Nursing, Graduate Certificate in Palliative Care. Ongoing study in Geriatric Medicine (Professional Certificate)

→ Privacy Policy

→ Commitment to Care Standards

Florence at Home floral heart nursing logo

Our Mission

RN-led in-home aged care, palliative care and end-of-life support delivered at home across Portland and the surrounding districts of South West Victoria.

Our trusted multidisciplinary team provides holistic, personalised and dignified care, helping families keep loved ones safe, comfortable and connected.

Get Started

→ In-Home Palliative &
End-of-Life Care

→ In-Home Aged Care

→ GP Referral – secure form

→ How it works

Start the Conversation

Have questions or need support?
Call us on 0468 387 928 or email office@florenceathome.com.au.

We’ll be here when you need us.

Find us on → Facebook

Where we Travel

Aged care: within 30 minutes of Portland, Vic

Palliative and end-of-life care: within 1.5–2 hours of Portland, Vic

Trust & Compliance

ABN: 35 139 055 819

AHPRA Registration: NMW0001796044

Indemnity: Professional Indemnity & Public Liability through Vero Insurance (LPS/024932055/37367)

Provider Number: Currently processing

Qualifications: Bachelor of Nursing, Graduate Certificate in Palliative Care. Ongoing study in Geriatric Medicine (Professional Certificate)

→ Privacy Policy

→ Commitment to Care Standards

Acknowledgement

We acknowledge the Gunditjmara People as the Traditional Owners of the land on which we live and work in Portland.

We pay our respects to Elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

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