If you or a loved one have been diagnosed with a terminal illness or are at the end of life, this is the place to share experiences, get support, and discuss things like treatment and care, symptoms and coping with emotions.
I have been caring for my husband for the past 3 years and now he’s under the hospice care at home. Thankfully he doesn’t need them to come in yet but the oncologist says he only has months. I would like to talk to someone who understands the pressures of doing everything for the person who’s unwell. I have surprised myself by being so patient but sometimes I just want to say “enough” but I can’t. I feel like I just want to be alone and not have anyone ask anything of me. Anyone else relate to this?
I completely relate to this. My husband has a degenerative neurological disease similar to MND and I’ve care for him at home for 4 years. Sadly he is now in a nursing home and end of life but I still ensure he is cared for. It is exhausting and no-one can understand unless they have been through it. You disappear as a person as the illness becomes the main focus. I get overwhelmed by exhaustion and don’t want to do anything or see people. Take care of yourself in these moments - and listen to what you and your body needs.