Im sorry to hear that.

What to say when someone has a terminal illness. This may involve asking for. Cook some food clean the house send cards keep in touch often. First of all most of us want to say we are sorry because indeed we are.

You can encourage the person who is dying to share their feelings and you can share your own in return. Although painful in so many ways a terminal illness offers you time to say I love you to share your appreciation and to make amends when necessary. Be present keep eye contact and provide your full attention.

Experts suggest that you dont say Its going to be OK Make it clear you are there for them try to create a semblance of normalcy ask how they are feeling today and be a good listener. You want to let them know that you are thinking about them and give them hope comfort and encouragement. But I want you to know that my thoughts and.

I think expressing this is welcome by anyone who is afflicted with any degree of illness or misfortune. Generally Id say that avoiding the subject is not good. Unfortunately hospital rules wont let me visit you in Intensive Care.

Ask permission to raise sensitive topics. Hearing that you have a terminal illness can be a frightening experience. For someone with a serious chronic or life limiting illness sending your support at that time might be better.

Everything happens for a reason This unintentionally implies that the person must have done something wrong to. For the person with the disease this probably is the worst-case scenario. They may want to reply but they may have mislaid.