Family tools

Tools for the hardest week of your year

Built for the families of ICU patients: understand the language, understand the machines, and look after yourself while you do it. Everything runs in your browser and nothing you type is stored on our servers.

1. 01Signature decoderICU Jargon DecoderVentilator, sats, sedation hold, weaning: type any word you heard at the bedside and get the calm, plain-language version, searchable by topic.
2. 02Annotated explainerUnderstanding the MonitorAn annotated bedside monitor: tap each number and trace to learn what it shows, and what it does and does not mean for a visitor.
3. 03Family checklistFamily Support ChecklistThe first days, visiting well, understanding and deciding, looking after yourself: practical steps with your progress saved in this browser.

Tool content reviewed against ICUsteps, NHS and FICM family guidance.