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Thinking and planning ahead

… On this page, we explain what you can do to prepare for end of life, and things you might want to talk to your family, …

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Advance care planning

… include. What’s the difference between an advance care plan and advance care planning? Advance care planning is the … will or plans you have for your funeral. An advance care plan is a way of expressing your preferences and wishes about … guidance to health care professionals about the best action to take should your heart stop. Talk to your doctor or …

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Emotions and sharing your thoughts

… normal to experience many emotions in the final stages of a long-term lung disease. On this page, we explore the … you and your loved ones might be experiencing towards the end of life. We know from research and people’s personal stories …

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How do I talk to children and young people?

… people? It can be difficult to know how to talk about the end of life with children or grandchildren. Some people worry that …

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Dealing with spiritual needs at the end of life

… Dealing with spiritual needs at the end of life We all have our own traditions, beliefs or questions …

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What are the physical signs in the last weeks or days?

… with a long-term lung condition is entering the last stage of life? On this page, we explain the physical signs of the … On this page What are the signs someone is approaching end of life? Controlling symptoms at the end of life What …

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How do I care for a loved one at the end of life?

… How do I care for a loved one at the end of life? On this page What practical things can I do to take for …

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Where can I get more help?

… support Print this page Thinking and talking about the end of life can be difficult. Take your time. You might want to talk …

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Medications for COPD

… up as part of routine blood tests. If you’re prescribed steroids for your COPD, you should always take them as … feel well. Not everybody with COPD needs to use inhaled steroids. Your health care professional should be able to … are on them. Steroid cards If you are on a high dose of steroids, you should be given a steroid card from your GP. …