The family felt unprepared for the emotional and physical challenges, writes William Tosh, of complying with a father's wish to die at home
William Tosh specialist trainee year 2Dad died peacefully at home, surrounded by his family, exactly as he had wished. We had anticipated the huge impact that Dad's death would have on our family, and were therefore not surprised by the feelings of emptiness and loss that engulfed us all. We were not similarly prepared, however, for the practical difficulties and emotional challenges of caring for Dad at home.
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