When someone mentions the Sacrament of the Sick most of us tend to believe it is reserved for those gravely ill or close to death.  This is not the case.  The Sacrament of the Sick is for anyone in need of healing, be it physical, emotional or spiritual.  The Sacrament is meant to bring strength to the soul and the grace of the Holy Spirit upon those receiving it, to more easily bear the trials and hardships of sickness, and resist temptations.
 
Some examples where The Sacrament of the Sick may be administered
In addition to administering the Sacrament when someone is gravely ill or death is proximate the Sacrament may be appropriate to administer:

• Prior to a medical procedure or hospital stay
• During an extended illness
• If you are experiencing emotional distress
• Facing a crisis of faith

• The priest begins with prayer, those present also participate in prayer with the responses
• There is a laying on of hands by the priest for healing
• The offering of the prayer of the faithful
• The anointing of the sick with oil blessed at the Mass of Chrism by the Bishop.
•  If necessary, the sacrament also provides the sick person with the opportunity to celebrate the Sacrament of Reconciliation.