People who are nearing the end of life have the right to say where they want to be cared for and where they’d like to die. This section explains where you can be cared for at the end of life and who can help.
If you feel strongly about where you want to be cared for at the end of life, it’s a good idea to make sure that your loved ones and the people who provide your care know what your wishes are. A good way to do this is to make an Advance Statement.
8.1 Care at home
If you’re nearing the end of life, care at home can usually be organised with the help your GP, district nurses and social services.
8.2 Care homes
Care homes provide accommodation and personal care 24 hours a day.
8.3 Hospice care
Hospices provide care and support for people with a life-limiting or terminal illness and their families.
8.4 Hospital care
Many people stay in hospital at the end of their life. Hospitals can vary greatly in size and in the services they provide, but all should be able to give palliative care that provides pain and symptom control.
