I am here for you Then follow through and really be there.

What do you say when someone has terminal cancer. Listen to what the person has to say without judgment and make sure the individual knows. This has been confirmed by other family members. And its not necessary to say a lot.

Are you sorry that they are going through this. They might want to talk about things you find hard to hear. Thank you for being in my.

Do you care about them. Respect the other persons feelings. Its difficult to know what to say or do for a friend or family member who has a terminal illness.

Try not to say that everything will be fine or encourage them to be positive. What to say and not say when someone tells you they have cancer Supporting someone with cancer begins with active listening says Cancer Councils head of cancer information and support services Meg Chiswell. Dont ask what you can do to help or say Let me know if you need anything.

A simple I will keep thinking of you or I wish you much love and strength or Im sending you a big hug is a perfect way to end your note. Even if you yourself have cancer chances are pretty good that you will not be alone in your circle of friends. These are the things she wishes people.

Everyone wishes the circumstances were otherwise. Someone you love or just know casually is going to be diagnosed with cancer. March 7 2016 1102am.