Lack of communication

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Hi all. Recently I have been really struggling with the lack of communication between my brothers and myself. I have tried to ask for more frequent communication but all I get back is that they are very busy and deal with things whenever they come up in their own ways. It has really upset me as I really would like to communicate with them more- feel more like a family- especially as our parents have recently died.

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Hello @JennaLee1 ,

I’m part of the Online Community team and I can see that you are new to the community - I’d like to thank you for bravely starting this thread and sharing how you are struggling with the lack of communication from your brothers. Relationships can be very difficult when people are grieving and grieving in different ways. I’m so sorry to hear about your parents and Charlie. Most community members have sadly experienced the death of a loved one and so will understand some of what you are going through.

I’m sure someone will be along to offer their support, but I wanted to share a few Sue Ryder resources with you that might be helpful.

We also have a support page about coping with the death of a pet on our Grief Guide which you may wish to read.

You may also want to get in touch with Blue Cross Pet Loss support. They have trained counsellors who can talk you through your loss. You can speak to them on the phone or online. Their helpline is 0800 096 6606 and it is open from 8.30am - 8.30pm every day.

I really hope you find the community helpful and a good source of support and I also hope you feel you can access more support should you need it.

Thank you again for sharing – please keep reaching out and know that you are not alone.

Take care,

Alex