This unique book is a clear and practical guide for relatives on all aspects of caring for a dying person, focusing mainly on caring for someone at home. Derek Doyle authoritatively and sympathetically covers planning care, physical, emotional, and spiritual problems, visiting in hospital and hospice, communicating with health professionals, dietary requirements, funeral arrangements, and grief and bereavement. This practical yet sympathetic guide will be a useful source of information and advice for all those looking after someone with a terminal illness.