Cook dinner and drop it off.

How to support someone with advanced cancer. Online discussion forum to ask or answer questions or write a blog about your experiences. If you are caring for someone with cancer at home ask the persons doctor s or the hospice or home care staff when and whom to call for help. Caring for someone with advanced cancer can feel overwhelming at first.

Offer to drive to and from doctor appointments. Keep the person company. Shop for groceries and pick up prescriptions.

The focus is naturally on the person with cancer but the caring role can be demanding and stressful too and carers sometimes feel forgotten. Help with chores around the house. Visit our Online Community to talk with people who have been affected by cancer share your experience and ask an.

Sending thoughtful gifts is a great way to show you care. Offering practical help to the carer may allow them to take a much-needed break. The person has pain that is difficult to manage or relieve.

Baby-sit children take them to and from school. Talk watch movies read or just be with him or her. Cancer Council Online Community.

Although carers may need support at any stage of cancer their responsibilities usually increase if the disease progresses. You may be experiencing a range of strong emotions such as denial fear anger sadness and grief. Delve into the Internets wealth of reputable websites or contact an agency like the American Cancer Society and ask that information be mailed to you.