Today, more families than ever are choosing to care for a dying loved one at home during their last weeks of life. By 2030, more individuals will die at home than in hospitals or hospices (Kings Fund, 2023).

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Despite this, there's still a limited understanding of whether those who die at home experience what is considered a 'good death'.

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One thing we do know, is that one-in-four family members and carers feel communication often fails them when providing care for someone in their last two days of life (ONS, 2015). Families also say they want more open and honest communication from healthcare professionals during end-of-life care (Leadership Alliance for the Care of Dying People, 2014).

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So to help improve communication, Cheshire and Wirral Partnership NHS Foundation Trust has created a booklet to help family members and carers better understand what's normal during end-of-life, with clear guidance on symptoms and answers to frequently asked questions (Neuberger, et al,2013 ).

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The site has been created by, and draws upon, insights from community nurses who have first-hand experience helping family members and carers.