When her mother was told that her condition was terminal, Sue knew she would put her life on hold to care for her. What she soon realised was how important it would also be to advocate for her mother’s needs.  The journey Mum was 89 years old and a very healthy person. Then, in just three months, she moved from being independent to passing away.  ...

In our experience, the ‘inner circle’ who care for the seriously ill or frail person – which may include partners, parents, sons and daughters and other people who matter the most – are crucial when it comes to ‘doing’ the last stages of life well. These are the people who will be responsible for making important decisions about care as the ...

No family is perfect. Each one has disagreements, misunderstandings and dysfunctions. Some are minor and some are incredibly hurtful. Often, it’s the reality of illness or frailty that can prompt family members to clear the air. While death doesn't instantaneously eliminate past hurts, making amends can offer a great deal of comfort and closure to ...