Support Hub

If you’re living with the reality of death, your own, or that of someone close to you, our Support Hub is here with understanding, guidance and support.

Support Hub

If you’re living with the reality of death, your own, or that of someone close to you, our Support Hub is here with understanding, guidance and support.

Support Hub

If you’re living with the reality of death, your own, or that of someone close to you, our Support Hub is here with understanding, guidance and support.

Support available when someone is dying

Support when someone is dying can come from many different people and services. Knowing what exists, what each one does, and how they connect can make things feel a little less overwhelming.

My Wishes Checklist

It can be hard to think about what will happen after you die. But putting your wishes in writing can make things easier for the people you love.

What does actively dying mean?

Actively dying is the body’s natural way of slowing down and preparing for death. It usually happens in the last few days of someone’s life, and follows a longer period called the pre-active stage, which can last for several weeks.

What to expect in the last weeks, days and hours of someone’s life

When someone is dying, it can be hard to know what to expect. You may notice changes in their body, their energy, and the way they communicate. These changes can be painful to witness, but they are natural signs that the body is gently slowing down.

What to expect when someone is actively dying - questions and answers

When someone close to you is dying, you may notice changes that feel frightening or confusing. Here are some common questions people ask at the bedside, along with answers that may help you understand what is happening to them more clearly.

Why someone stops eating and drinking when they are dying

Watching someone stop eating and drinking can be one of the hardest and most unsettling parts of being with them as they die.

What We Do

We work with hospitals, community trusts, and hospices to set up and run teams of specially trained volunteers who sit with patients as they are dying, and offer support to their families.

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Your support could help us reach more people who are dying and those closest to them, through comfort, dignity, and human connection.

Support Hub

Our Support Hub offers clear, compassionate resources and guides to help you understand what to expect and how to find support when it matters most.

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