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Originally Posted by teri88 I'm so sorry that your family is going through this. It is hard for your mom, but you have my sympathy, too. It is so hard to be the child of a sick parent. The stress and worry are incredible. I know this from both the child and the parent side of things! Find out from the social services office at the hospital if there is a support group for the family of chronically ill patients. Hopefully they have one, and you (and your Dad) should both look into it. You need to take care of yourselves so that you have the strength to help take care of your mom. Good luck! |
I couldn't have given any better advice & if your Mom lives at home, once Mom comes home, consider some day care or having an aide come in at least once a week to allow yourself & your Dad to get a break. Taking care of yourself means just that and it includes a break. It's amazing how much stronger you will be and how much clearer you will think (same for Dad) once you get some type of adult sitter to take over for a bit. She'll be safe - you'll be sane.
