Advance Care Planning is a vital process that supports you in making decisions now about the health care you would want in the future, particularly if you become seriously unwell and unable to speak for yourself. It’s about identifying what matters most—your values, preferences, and goals and making sure these are understood and respected by your loved ones and health professionals.
Kelly is a nationally recognised leader in Advance Care Planning and is based on the Northern Beaches. She has a deep commitment to helping individuals take control of their future care. Having worked closely with Advance Care Planning Australia and the National Advance Project, Kelly’s passion lies in empowering people to plan ahead, ensuring their choices are known, honoured, and central to care decisions, especially at the end of life.
Testimonial
“I have known Kelly for about 15 years, and she is an exceptionally kind and compassionate person. Her nursing skills and extensive experience allow her to confidently support people who want to better understand what may lie ahead as they approach the end of their own, or a loved one’s life journey. As you can see from her website, her advice and guidance form an essential part of planning as we age. She has helped many of my patients feel far more confident in their choices for care and support. Many people prefer to remain in their homes for as long as possible, and Kelly’s expertise makes this not just an aspiration but a genuine possibility. I wholeheartedly recommend her services.” (March 2026)
Dr Stephen Ginsborg. Director of Compassionate Communities Australia
“I’ve collaborated with Kelly in promoting Advance Care Planning in our community for a number of years. This is an extremely important long-neglected area of care. With the right approach, it can alleviate a great deal of personal anxiety and remove the burden of responsibility from family. I’ve also shared the end-of-life care of patients with Kelly, including long term patients I have referred to her directly. I can’t speak highly enough of the empathy, compassion and pragmatism Kelly provides. Were it a member of my own family or myself, Kelly would be my first port of call.” (February 2026)
Dr Patrick Coleman M.B., M.R.C.P.I., F.R.A.C. Physician - Specialist in Nephrology & Hypertension
Secretary, Northern Beaches Hospital Medical Staff Council
“I have known Kelly for many years and worked with her in healthcare over this time and found her professionalism, advice and mentorship extremely valuable. She is passionate about ensuring a safe journey for patients and her work in advanced care planning has been extremely valuable and recognised by the healthcare industry. I look forward to continuing to work with her long-term.” (February 2026)
Dr Hans Blom - GP Manly Vale