Participants | Inclusion criteria |
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Young adults | • Diagnosed as having palliative care needs, and considered to be within the last 5 years of life • Aged 15–25 years • Able to provide consent • Able to communicate with researchers (through relevant means, e.g., communication aids) • Considered to be able to participate by the directors of care at the partner organisation accessed by YAs |
Significant others: Family members or friends | • Family members or friends of YA above • Able to provide consent • Nominated by YA |
Significant others: Professionals | • Professional staff/volunteers working with the young adults above • Able to provide consent • Nominated by YA |