Palliative care for the next generation
Let's talk about death — openly and honestly
But while talking about death may seem intimidating, it is a conversation worth having.
Our 2025 Tax Appeal highlights the different stories of two incredible young people who have a close connection with palliative care, grief, and Karuna. Read their stories by clicking the link below.
Your support is a vital part of ensuring our team can remain on the road, providing care and talking about death, grief, and loss to those who need it most.

Tax Appeal 2025 | Young People in Palliative Care
ViewCommunity is truly the heart of Karuna care. Thank you for donating and helping us reach our $150,000 target.
Francesca Politi
Anna Palella
Your kindness, love of family will be carried on by everyone who knew you. Rest in peace.
Grace Di Marco and Carmela Di Francesco
On behalf of the Di Marco and Di Francesco family in memory of Cecilia Bozzi who passed away 20th August, who was cared and supported by Karuna in her last weeks.
Eithne Diarmuid Josie
In loving memory of our beloved dear dear friend Fiona Antoinette. Heartfelt thanks to Karuna Hospice for your loving care of Fiona.
Kevin Le
Homage to all the buddhas and bodhisattvas in the ten directions and three times. Nam Mo Buddhaya
Anonymous
Thank you for your help during Dads last days , he stayed home for as long as possible . We should have got your services sooner but we thank you for your support .
Sally Dowd
Thinking of my mum, Glenda Dowd. Thanks for all you do karuna!
Hugh Botting
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Jennifer Bailey
In memory of Marilyn Collicoat
Raymond Wilson
Just to provide a little care❤️❤️
Annette Rowley
In loving memory of my Mum Joyce Van Lieshout who passed away 7 years ago today and was so lucky to have the care of the amazing Karuna team in her final days.
Kate Parry
Sending love to Tracy and family ❤️
Jackie Brown
Bob would not have been able to die at home, as we all wanted, if you had not been there to support us.
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Brentyn Schubert
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Edwina Gundelach
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Christine Tilley
Annette Mahoney
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May all families have the support for loved ones to pass with loving care, peace and comfort.
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Jennifer Clarke
Cat Jones
Elizabeth Haffey
Forever in our hearts
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Anthony Oostenbroek
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Werner Stur
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Evelyn Saragossi
Keep up your wonderful work
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Anne Cullinan
Mark Griffin
Kim McLean
In memory of Russell, my brother-in-law, keep on shining. Love Kim
Pamela Suttor
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Terry Hartnett
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Sally Lewis
Leneen Forde
As a former patron
Riposi in Pace con il Angeli