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Community Options closes as ACT government cuts palliative funding

An ACT government funding cut will close Community Options, a key palliative support service.

Why it mattersACT residents facing end-of-life care will lose access to a service that bridges gaps in the public health system.

AustraliaACT residents dealing with terminal illness or complex health needs will lose free access to palliative care coordination.

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