In many care facilities, medical care is the primary focus. When one realizes that this is the final living space for most elderly people, it changes the focus of care. Holistic care includes the physical, emotional, and social aspects of the individual. Recognize the individual needs of your residents and accompany them compassionately towards the end of life. The content covers needs and changes during the special phase of aging, step-by-step care: from admission to the facility to farewell, presentation of pain types and specific care interventions, support for people with dementia with special consideration of biographical work, as well as end-of-life care and farewell culture in the facility. For nursing service and nursing home management, caregivers, companions, and supporters of elderly people. Shaping the final phase of life positively and with dignity.