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assessment. Specialist voluntary providers. There are a number of voluntary organisations and private care providers in Surrey that can help you to have a break. In particular Crossroads Care Surrey (in partnership with the NHS) can provide a free, end-of-life carer support service for carers… Carers UK’s factsheet about taking a break . Things to think about Try to get a good night’s sleep, although this can be difficult when you are a carer. The person you care for may need help during the night and you need to be with them. Worrying about them and their end of life care can also keep… for will be well looked after whilst you are not there, but try to remind yourself that you come back better able to deal with the demands of end of life care. …

for has to state the specific treatment they do not want and in what circumstances the refusal will apply. If the person you care for chooses not to have a treatment that will keep them alive (known in law as ‘life sustaining treatment’) they have to be very specific about the circumstances, put this in writing, sign it and have it signed by a witness. An example of this might be the refusal of a mechanical ventilator or a blood transfusion. The person you care for cannot refuse care to make them comfortable, nor can they request help to bring about the end of their life. It does not cost…

Connect to Support Surrey, your local directory for care and support services. Whether you're a resident or a professional looking, this guide will help you navigate and make the most from the site. Connect to Support Surrey has a range of care and support services in Surrey, including: community groups and activities help at home services such as, cleaning, meals, shopping regulated care providers for personal care needs transport options , food banks , and more Connect to Support Surrey also has information pages with useful content on various topics, from staying independent to end-of-life care .…

? for the sorts of questions to ask. Don’t rush the conversation – it’s a process and may involve a number of shorter conversations. Little and often may work best. Give some warning to the person you care for that you want to talk about end of life decisions so it doesn’t come as a complete shock…

a decision now doesn’t mean it can’t be changed. Talking about how to pay for end of life care is an important consideration when discussing where to be cared for. There are lots of different sources of help with end of life care costs and sometimes it is difficult to work out what you may or may not be entitled to. To help with this go to Funding End of Life Care . Things to think about Seek clarity about the type of care the person you care for wants at the end of life that might influence where end of life care is best provided. Discuss the options of where to die with the person you care for, outlining the pros and cons of each option. You can read the NHS guide to where you can have end of life care . If the person you care for is not sure, talk with other family, their GP, and other health or social care professionals involved in their care. Discuss diagnosis, prognosis…

There may be a number of people who become involved in the person you care for’s end of life care and the provision of support to you as their carer. The person you care for may receive support from some or all of the following people, and you and the person you care for can ask questions to any… will provide the best possible care for both of you and can be helpful in planning ahead for end of life together. A counsellor is trained to help people in all types of situations, including end of life. They will be able to help you and the person you care for to understand and express their feelings… about end of life care without judgement and offer support which is right for you as an individual. They will be aware of the importance of diversity and people’s different views and beliefs. An occupational therapist (OT) will assess the skills and abilities of the person you care for in relation…

Here are the things you need to consider as you prepare for your child’s final days, how you prepare to say goodbye to your child, and what happens following their death. Planning for end of life A member of your child’s care team will approach you to discuss what you and your child would like to happen as they become more seriously ill and approach their last days. This will be an incredibly difficult time for you but you should get openness, honesty, and full support from all the professionals around you. You will all be working together to develop a plan for end of life… with a member of your child’s team and this may particularly be the case if your child is not in hospital. It’s important you and your family are able to make the most of the last weeks and days of your child’s life and your child, depending on their age, may have their own wishes and goals to achieve…

you like this to be in your own home, at the hospital or hospice, or at the local social care teams office? Prepare for your carer’s assessment by thinking about what you want to cover and discuss with the assessor. Be honest and realistic about the impact of your end of life caring role… of life care to adults in Surrey are rolling out the use of a Carers Support Needs Assessment Tool . This short simple tool is designed to enable carers to identify what support they need to help them provide palliative and end of life care for a family member or friend. It is not a substitute…. As long as your life is affected in some way by your caring role you are entitled to an assessment. If there are other people in your family providing support to the same person they too may benefit from a carer’s assessment. A carer’s assessment isn’t rationed to one per cared for person. If you…

Advance Care Plans are usually made by someone with their healthcare team when they are approaching end of life, although they can be started at any stage in life. The plan is used to record the person’s treatment and care wishes and can be reviewed and updated. If the person you care… for about what you are willing and able to provide in relation to providing end of life care so that this is taken into account as part of their Advance Care Plan. Discuss sharing of information with the person and professionals. If the person has mental capacity, have they provided consent (either… A DNAR decision is a written instruction to medical staff not to attempt to bring a person back to life, in other words using Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) should their heart stop beating or they stop breathing. It does not relate to any other form of medical treatment. The decision is usually…

Difficulties with breathing are a common experience as the person approaches the end of life. The doctor may refer to this as dyspnoea. Breathing difficulties may make conversation with the person much harder. Very near death, the person might have very noisy breathing but this is not usually… information and equipment can be given. Ask if a special mattress or chair cushion might help. Digestive problems Nausea, vomiting, constipation, and loss of appetite are common issues at the end of life. The causes and treatments for these symptoms are varied, so talk to a doctor or nurse right away… important than eating. But you may find the person even stops drinking and this may be a further indication of the end of life approaching. For further information on how to manage swallowing difficulties and guidance on mouth care. For details of what to expect when someone is approaching the end…