For our loved ones navigating life-limiting illness, the everyday moments are even more precious.

Helping families like Katie’s cherish each moment 

Katie’s mother spent her life caring for others, but in the end, it was time for her to receive the compassion she spent a lifetime giving. 

Her mum was a Professor of Nursing at Adelaide University and a recipient of the Order of Australia, and devoted herself to healing and teaching, always putting the needs of others first.

Katie’s mother passed away after a long, rare illness that left her completely disabled without being able to move, except at the end to smile and look into her loved ones’ eyes. 

“She was very brave and never complained or asked for help – always looking after everyone else.”

 

In her final days, Katie’s mother was fortunate to find solace and care at Laurel Hospice, a place that offered her the comfort and attention she deserved. 

“My mum received expert nursing care and after being in a home for two years, this was a great relief and I felt she was finally cared for in a way she deserved,” Katie said. 

Overlooking the serene landscape of Adelaide and the distant sea, she was enveloped in a peaceful environment that provided both physical and emotional relief. 

“I watched her smile her last smile, looking up at a wonderful nurse just before she fell into her long sleep, before leaving this earth.” 

Your generous donation this Giving Day is supporting even more families like Katie’s to receive the care and support they need. 

Because of YOU Frank feels his true meaning and purpose to life 

When Frank entered palliative care bedridden and given just 10 days to live, he never thought he would find his true meaning and purpose to life.  

However, through the power of art therapy, Frank remarkably defied the odds, even getting well enough to leave hospital.  

Despite his initial reluctance, Frank gave it a go and he started to see that he could still achieve things – and he began to believe in himself. 

Despite his shaking hands, Frank began painting with a paint roller. As he was still bedbound with very limited strength or movement, Frank painted lying on his side. 

Frank recalls, “When I paint my thoughts stop going around and around in circles – if I discovered this 30 years ago my life would have been different.”  

As he progressed Frank began to build confidence in himself, not only with his art, but with his health-related goals. 

Frank was discharged from hospital after six long months and became physically and mentally strong enough to begin chemotherapy for his cancer again – something that was not an option when he was admitted.  

This Giving Day, you can make a life-changing difference to countless Australians just like Frank. 

This Giving Day you can help create more everyday moments, with your donation DOUBLED.