The conversations were recorded with the focus group participants' permission and transcribed. The transcribed documents were coded and analyzed using QRS NVivo software. During the focus group, themes were developed to permit ranking the preferred support providers by types of support. Types of support were described to the participants. We began with meal preparation and then personal care, transportation, financial support and emotional support respectively. For each type of support, the questioning about preferred providers was raised in such a manner that focus group participants could name anyone. Once one type of provider was mentioned, other focus group participants were asked their opinions. Some participants mentioned different types of providers. When it appeared that there were no additional types of providers, the moderator asked the group to rank order their choices.