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Islamic End-of-Life Guidance for Patients and Families
When a loved one is seriously ill, families may be unsure what to say, recite or prepare. Our asatizah provide private religious and practical guidance — free of charge.
Complimentary
Support for everyone involved
For the patient
- Gentle spiritual companionship
- Encouragement and good thoughts of Allah
- Gently encouraging “Lā ilāha illallāh”, without pressure
- Selected recitations and supplications
- Prayer and purification for the sick
- Religious concessions during illness
- Repentance, forgiveness and settling responsibilities
For the family
- Recognising that death may be near
- Creating a calm environment
- What to say and what to avoid
- Facing the patient towards the Qiblah, if it causes no harm
- Preparing children
- What to do immediately after death
- Funeral preparation and family roles
For caregivers
- Religious encouragement
- Guilt, exhaustion and anticipatory grief
- The spiritual value of caregiving
- Balancing worship and caregiving
- Preparing for difficult medical decisions
- Referrals to suitable professional services
Please note: our support is religious, spiritual and practical. It does not replace medical advice, professional counselling, legal advice or emergency services.
As death approaches
Comfort and dignity at the bedside
- Speak gentlyOffer words of comfort and remind them of Allah’s mercy.
- Moisten the mouthIf the patient can swallow safely, a little water eases discomfort.
- Keep it calmLower voices and reduce the number of people. Family anxiety can distress the patient.
- Cleanliness and dignityKeep the room clean and fresh, and protect the patient’s privacy and aurah.
How sessions work
- Tell us about the situationThe patient’s general condition, location and what the family needs.
- Choose the formatIn person at home, hospital, hospice or nursing home, or online.
- Private guidanceA calm, confidential session tailored to the patient and family.
- Continued supportFollow-up guidance, and funeral support when the time comes.
Preparing children for a parent’s death
Guidance tailored to the children’s ages, the medical situation and your family’s circumstances.
Planning ahead
Many families use this time to organise wasiat, documents, debts and funeral preferences.
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Speak to us about guidance for a patient, caregiver or family member. This service is complimentary.