People with a heart or circulatory condition may need extra care and support. For example, they may have had surgery or been advised to take some time off work.
![Photo of six interlinked hands holding each other](https://services.nhslothian.scot/cardiacrehabilitation/wp-content/uploads/sites/26/2022/03/FamilySupport.jpg)
The emotional and practical support needed can vary widely.
See the British Heart Foundation’s advice on how you can care for a heart patient and the support available to you.
You can also view and download the Caring for someone with a heart condition leaflet which gives information on how best to provide care for someone living with a heart condition.