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In our care into your hands: Aboriginal stories about approaching the end of life

In our care into your hands: Aboriginal stories about approaching the end of life

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This 2015 resource shares Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander stories about approaching end of life, emphasising cultural practices and the role of storytelling in palliative care. It offers insight into supporting culturally sensitive care for people nearing the end of life.

This resource was developed by a state/territory government or organisation and therefore its applicability and usefulness may be limited.

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https://healthinfonet.ecu.edu.au/key-resources/resources/34967/?title=In%20our%20care%20into%20your%20hands%20%20Aboriginal%20stories%20about%20approaching%20the%20end%20of%20life&contenttypeid=1&contentid=34967_1
Key Theme
Palliative and end of life care
Standard
5: Clinical Care
Outcomes
5.7: Palliative care and end-of-life care
In our care into your hands: Aboriginal stories about approaching the end of life

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