I was wondering if there are any other caretakers out there that are only children like myself. Everybody always tells you to ask for help, what if there is no one else to help?? I have no relatives that live by my mom and me and when i vent to them i receive no sympathy. no one whom i have talked to is in the same situation. Anyone know of any books out there for "only's"?
My father is not very mobile, so hospice has been a lifesaver for me as a resource.
Support group are great, but if you are in my situation, I can't find a babysitter to watch my father to go to one, or they are during the day when I am working. I sure you find that you are better at handling situations and stress better than others around you who have the luxury of supportive siblings. the important thing is to have something that you enjoy doing, such as a craft as an outlet. It won't last forever, so don't stop thnking about wht you will so afterwards.
Chocolate helps too ! :)
I'm sure there are, but there are many of us who THINK we are only children, because it is very typical for the other siblings not to help. Totally, or not much. You can find other caregivers in your area to get to know through Aging Care. There are support groups in almost every city. Go online and Google that for your specific concern and city. Join us here on different
threads, and feel the love and friendship, and support you could never imagine:) We are all like you. BIg Hugs. christina