Bethany’s Story. Part 2: Journey’s end. (Video)

Wednesday 26 February 2025

Bethany candidly shares her personal experience as a carer in the final weeks of her husband's life, the cherished memories that she thinks back on, as well as her experience of home-based palliative care, and the importance of community, family and support networks to help get through the hardest time of all.

Content Warning: Death / Dying

This article talks about death, which may cause sadness or distress, or trigger traumatic memories.

Bethany candidly shares her personal experience as a carer in the final weeks of her husband’s life, the cherished memories that she thinks back on, as well as her experience of home-based palliative care, and the importance of community, family and support networks to help get through the hardest time of all.

Please be aware that Bethany’s husband has passed away, and this video is from her experience as a bereaved carer.

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