Last Days Matter

Many people, understandably, feel ill-equipped to deal with the issues around end of life and are concerned that with no clinical knowledge, they will not be able to do what is needed. Many people with life shortening conditions and their families and friends told us that they are nervous about starting difficult conversations, others can feel nervous about looking after their loved ones at home.

St John’s Hospice has therefore worked with community colleagues to design a programme: Last Days Matter. This is a standalone three-hour session to support people without clinical qualifications to help look after their loved ones, be they friends or family, at home.