Supportive Care to the End-of-Life
Supportive care is not about giving up.
It’s about making life feel more manageable, more comfortable, and more held — especially when health becomes complex.
Livaware’s nurse consultant-led supportive care service works alongside individuals and their families from early complexity through to end of life when needed, focusing on quality of life, clarity, and dignity at every stage.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is palliative care the same as end-of-life care?
1
No — and this is one of the most common misunderstandings.
Palliative care is about improving quality of life at any stage of serious illness. It can be introduced early, alongside active treatment, and may continue for months or years.
End-of-life care is one part of palliative care, focused on the final phase of life.
At Livaware, supportive and palliative care is about helping people live as well as possible, not about signalling that the end is near.
When is the right time to involve supportive or palliative care?
2
Earlier than most people think.
Supportive care can be helpful when someone:
is living with a complex or long-term condition
is experiencing increasing symptoms or fatigue
feels overwhelmed by medical appointments or decisions
has had recent hospital admissions or health changes
wants more clarity, comfort, or coordination
You don’t need to wait for a crisis — in fact, involving support earlier often prevents crises.
Does accepting palliative care mean giving up on treatment?
3
No.
Palliative care does not mean stopping treatment, and it does not mean “nothing more can be done”.
It focuses on:
comfort and symptom control
emotional and psychological support
clear communication and planning
aligning care with what matters to the person
Many people receive palliative support alongside chemotherapy, surgery, rehabilitation, or other treatments.
It’s about adding support — not replacing hope.
What does supportive care actually involve day to day?
4
Supportive care goes beyond symptom management alone.
Depending on the situation, it may include:
pain and symptom assessment and monitoring
emotional and psychological support
coordination between doctors, nurses, and services
helping families understand options and next steps
planning ahead to reduce uncertainty
ensuring care feels calm, joined-up, and responsive
The aim is to reduce avoidable suffering — physical, emotional, and practical — for both the individual and their family.
Approach
Our approach not only enhances the quality of life but also ensures that individuals can maintain dignity and comfort as they navigate their health journey.
Focus
With a focus on comprehensive support, our service facilitates a balance between intensive medical care and emotional well-being, offering a compassionate alternative to traditional healthcare settings.
Intention
Each interaction is meticulously crafted to suit your individual health needs and lifestyle preferences, ensuring a harmonious blend of clinical expertise and personalised care.
Whether it’s early engagement to support a journey, or crisis management; we understand the ups-and-downs that come and are here to remove the burden.
Reach out today to discover how our personalised supportive care solution can help you, a loved one, or a patient of yours.