Being diagnosed with a terminal illness

Find information and support to help you prepare for the future if you’ve been diagnosed with a terminal illness.

Help if you have a terminal illness

If you or your loved one have a terminal illness, there are different care options that you can explore.

Looking after yourself with a terminal illness
Find out about emotional support when you live with a terminal illness.
Financial help if you have a terminal illness
Find out about payments you can get and financial advice when you have a terminal illness.
Palliative care and other options
If you, your child or a loved one has a terminal illness, find out about palliative care and other support options.
Advance care planning
Find out what an advance care plan is and how to upload an advance care plan through myGov.

There are payments and help you can get if you’re caring for someone.

Caring for someone
If you’re looking after a family member or friend, there’s help and support available.

Page last updated: 7 September 2023