Unfortunately many caregivers eventually deal with end of life issues with care recipients cr many people associate end-of-life care solely with treating physical pain and…

Try: Unfortunately many caregivers eventually deal with end of life issues with care recipients cr many people associate end-of-life care solely with treating physical pain and discomfort while that is an important part complete end-of-life care also includes helping the dying cr manage mental and emotional distress a cr who is nearing the end of life who is alert might understandably feel depressed or anxious encourage conversations so the cr has an opportunity to talk about their feelings you might want to contact a counselor possibly one familiar with end-of-life issues if the depression or anxiety is severe medicine might provide relief a dying cr might also have some specific fears and concerns he or she may fear the unknown or worry about those left behind some people are afraid of being alone at the very end this feeling can be made worse by the understandable reactions of family friends and even the medical team the simple act of physical contact such as holding hands a touch or a gentle massage can make a person feel connected to those he or she loves it can be very soothing try to set the kind of mood that is most comforting for the dying cr some suggest that when death is very near music at low volume and soft lighting are soothing in fact near the end of life music therapy might improve mood help with relaxation and lessen pain listening to music might also evoke memories those present can share for some people keeping distracting noises like televisions and radios to a minimum is important crs nearing the end of life may have spiritual needs as compelling as their physical and emotional concerns spiritual needs involve finding meaning in one one’s life and ending disagreements with others if possible the cr might find peace by resolving unsettled issues with friends or family many people find solace in their faith praying talking with someone from one one’s religious community reading religious text or listening to religious music may bring comfort family and friends can talk to the dying cr about the importance of their relationship for example adult children can share how their father has influenced the course of their lives grandchildren can let their grandfather know how much he has meant to them friends can relate how they value years of support and companionship family and friends who can’t be present could send a recording of what they would like to say or a letter to be read out loud information references agingcare com

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*This information is listed as a Fact Sheet and is not explicitly medically licensed

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