#1 in Epping for ‘resident experience.
An average of 200 care minutes per day.
Tailor-made solutions for residents.
Bigger rooms at comparable prices.
Palliative treatment for aged lung cancer patients
We offer comprehensive palliative services for elderly lung cancer patients, ensuring personalised care that aligns with their unique needs and preferences. Our approach includes early and specialised interventions, adhering to the standards set by the National Cancer Institute. We provide compassionate support throughout the care journey, addressing the challenges of lung cancer with a focus on enhancing comfort and well-being.
Fully Compliant facilities
At Oxa Care, our facilities adhere to rigorous standards, ensuring full compliance with regulatory requirements to provide our residents with a safe and secure environment.
Qualified health professionals
Our qualified health professionals, including skilled nurses, are dedicated to delivering expert and compassionate care, prioritising the well-being of our residents with lung diseases.
On-site medical equipment
Oxa Care is equipped with state-of-the-art on-site facilities and medical equipment, ensuring prompt and optimal care for our residents with lung diseases.
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Dorothy McPhan
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Why choose our palliative care team?
At Oxa Care, our palliative care team is dedicated to individualised support for residents facing life-limiting illnesses. We prioritise comfort and dignity, offering comprehensive and empathetic care throughout this sensitive journey.
Palliative medicine
Residents have access to palliative medicine, including palliative chemotherapy if their treatment plans recommend these interventions.
Minimising lung cancer pain
Our strategies aim to minimise lung cancer pain, ensuring residents receive compassionate care that prioritises their comfort and well-being.
Modern rooms at comparable prices
As a recently established state-of-the-art home, we provide superior facilities and services compared to other homes in Melbourne. Our modern, spacious rooms are larger and boast an average cost savings of up to 33% compared to other Melbourne residences. We collaborate with residents and their families, offering flexible payment plans tailored to meet their needs best.
Supporting residents with lung diseases in palliative care
We provide unwavering support to residents in palliative care, tailoring our approach to address their unique challenges. Our skilled team uses special methods to ease symptoms and enhance comfort for residents with lung diseases. We focus on starting palliative care early to provide compassionate support from the beginning of their diagnosis, ensuring a caring and dignified experience.
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Frequently asked questions
We’ve answered some frequently asked questions we’ve received about palliative care for lung disease.
Palliative care for lung cancer at Oxa Care can begin early in the diagnosis process, aligning with the principles of early palliative care. This approach ensures that residents receive comprehensive support from the onset, addressing their physical and emotional needs throughout the care journey.
Absolutely. We encourage active family involvement in the palliative care process for lung cancer. At Oxa Care, family members play an integral role in creating personalised care plans, fostering open communication, and providing emotional support, ensuring a collaborative and compassionate approach.
Our experienced healthcare team employs specialised interventions to manage symptoms and breathing difficulties associated with lung diseases, including small-cell lung cancer and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. Tailored care plans prioritise individual needs, ensuring residents receive the utmost comfort and relief.
Interventions at Oxa Care focus on enhancing comfort for residents with palliative lung diseases. This includes personalised care plans, symptom management strategies, and access to early palliative care. Our team ensures that each resident receives compassionate support that aligns with their unique challenges and needs.
During the later stages of lung disease, our dedicated team continues to prioritise residents' comfort and well-being. We adapt care plans, provide specialised interventions, and offer emotional support, ensuring that residents facing lung diseases receive compassionate and dignified care throughout this sensitive phase.
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