SCLC with brain mets palliative

My mum has just been through chemo/radio for SCLC and Stereotactic for brain mets and now whole brain radiation is the only option but she has chosen not to continue rx. She wishes to die at home and has been referred to palliative care community team. I am the primary carer. Apart from headaches and balance issues she is good atm. She has been given "a couple of months"...I am unsure what to expect & afraid i won't be able to manage her at home. I would like to get an idea what to expect or any tips from experts who have been down this path...

  • Hello Tweetsome

    I'm sorry to hear about your Mum's diagnosis. It's obviously a very difficult time for you both and it's understandable that you will have questions and concerns about what will happen over the coming months. 

    You mention that Mum has been referred to the palliative care team and it's good to hear that this has already been done. I'm unsure if you've already met with them or not but they should be a key source of practical and emotional support over the coming months for both your Mum and yourself. 

    We do have some information on our website about living with advanced lung cancer that you may find helpful along with some information about coping with cancer. We also have a team of nurses that you can call to talk things through with. I'm sure they will be happy to offer any information, advice, and support that they can. they're available Monday to Friday 9 am to 5 pm on 0808 800 4040. 

    Keep in touch Tweetsome and let us know how you're both doing. 

    Best wishes, 
    Jenn
    Cancer Chat moderator