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This section contains information for those who require palliative care, or those supporting a person requiring such care. It provides links to organisations that help in this process, both before and after death.
Funeral Homes
The following funeral homes' websites contain useful information on what you should do and who to contact in the event of the death of a loved one.
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www.fwbarnes.com
This website has been produced by F W Barnes & Son to assist the community in understanding a little more about funerals.
The website is aimed at increasing understanding by providing answers to some of the most frequently asked questions.
Corner Pleasant St South & Darling St Ballarat
ph. 03 5336 1211
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| Peter Tobin Funerals |
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www.petertobinfunerals.com.au
Peter Tobin Funerals have 50 years of experience in the Ballarat region. The website provides some useful information on what to do when a death occurs.
1251 Doveton Street North, Ballarat
ph. 03 5333 3101
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Funeral Homes - No website available
Ballarat Pre-Paid Funerals
ph. 1800 651 814
Pat Cashin Funerals
1114 Doveton St Nth, Ballarat
ph. 03 5333 3911
Harrison Funerals
748 Main Road, Ballarat
ph. 03 5330 2255
Nelson Bros Funeral Services
ph. 03 5332 1663
Wills & Power of Attorney
The following websites contain useful information on legal requirements and suggested inclusions when making a Will.
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www.statetrustees.com.au
The section of this website relating to Wills provides information on Power of Attorney, Executors, who should have a Will, how to make a Will, what happens if you die without a valid Will and other relevant information.
168 Exhibition Street, Melbourne
tel. 03 9667 6444
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Legal Information
The following websites are intended to inform you of legal advice available in the Ballarat area.
The content of the following sites is not a substitute for legal advice. If you require legal advice, you should make direct contact with the appropriate organisation.
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Central Highlands Community Legal Centre
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www.chclc.org.au
CHCLC provides people in the Central Highlands region with access to high quality free and confidential legal advice which encourages clients to recognise, understand and take control of their legal problem and which is responsive to the needs of the disadvantaged groups in our community.
34 Victoria Street, Ballarat
tel. 03 5331 5999
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Victoria Legal Aid - Central Highlands Office
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www.legalaid.vic.gov.au
Victoria Legal Aid aims to provide improved access to justice and legal remedies at a reasonable cost to the community and on an equitable basis throughout the state.
75 Victoria Street, Ballarat
tel. 03 5329 6222
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Support Organisations
The following organisations provide support for those with terminal illnesses, their families and friends. They also provide support in instances of sudden and unexpected deaths.
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SIDS and Kids Victoria
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http://www.sidsandkids.org/
SIDS and Kids Online contains information and publications on SIDS, sudden infant death, grief/bereavement issues and safe sleeping. SIDS and Kids provides these free resources for use by parents, health professionals, researchers, school teachers and children.
SIDS and Kids Grampians - Bereavement Support Service
Ballarat Base Hospital
tel. 03 5320 4196
fax. 03 5320 4811
email
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Ballarat Hospice
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http://www.ballarathospice.com/
Ballarat Hospice aims to achieve better care for people with life threatening Illness. Ballarat Hospice Care Inc is an independent organisation which has served the greater Ballarat area since April 1987.
Ballarat Hospice Care Inc serves people in the local government areas of Ballarat, Golden Plains, Hepburn and Moorabool Shire.
312 Drummond Street South
tel. 03 5333 1118
fax. 03 5333 1119
email
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Paediatric Palliative Care
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http://www.rch.org.au/rch_palliative/
This website is maintained by the Royal Children's Hospital and is primarily an educational resource intended for health care professionals who work with children and families. However, some information for families accessing this site has been compiled. This information concerns the meaning of palliative care, implications for the child and family, and resources that are available. It is anticipated this site will be developed further over time.
Royal Children's Hospital, Parkville, Melbourne
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Cancer Support Services
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http://www.cancervic.org.au
The Cancer Council conducts and supports research, as well as delivering statewide support and prevention programs and advocacy to reduce the physical and emotional burden of cancer. Cancer Council leaders are of international standing and are significantly and positively influencing the cancer agenda in Victoria and beyond.
tel. 13 11 20
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Palliative Care 
