How do I support them?

Hello Owl lady, welcome  to the community. It's the place none of us come  to willingly but now you're here you'll find lots of support.

You haven't said what type of cancer your mum in law has

You will find extra support by  looking in the Cancer types and joining the relevant group for her type of cancer. 

Your father in law needs to ask her consultant or nurse specialist if her being at home is an option but also find out what hospice at home services, if any, are available - of if he can access the Macmillan or Marie Curie services to help him look after her at home . Your mum in law's GP should have info on these. 

The helpline can also  help re info  on 0808 808 0000 - open 8am to 8pm 7 days a week 

Thank you for replying. I will contact the support as soon as we know if she can come home. Unfortunately without knowing she had it the cancer has spread very quickly. She has breast cancer lymphoma lungs and possibly gall bladder. She has been given some medication for the cancer but they are looking to treat secondary infections such as bronchitis etc as they come up. She also had a stroke 20 years ago so is now completely bed bound and very weak. Eating is an issue and we are trying to tempt her with easily swallowed foods that she fancies. 

.Do u know which is her primary cancer and which are secondaries? Then u  can join the relevant groups, if u feel it would be helpful.  Best wishes

Unfortunately we do not know which came first. They are reluctant to do too many tests as she is so weak. I will join family and friends group. Thank you x