Mum passing away at 60

Losing a parent
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Hi, I’m 32 and I lost my Mum on Friday, she just turned 60. Her and my Dad were together for nearly 40 years.

She was in hospital for 4 weeks, initially with Flu A and fully awake, this developed to pneumonia, various infections and then organ failure. She was on a ventilator and sedated for the last 2-3 weeks, just before she went into palliative care she was opening her eyes and was still there.

I’m struggling to come to terms with her death and why it happened. She was my best friend and I spent everyday with her, I was also living with her whilst I save up for my own place. I’ve had panic attacks and physical pains, I’m back on antidepressants which will eventually take the edge off things but I’m completely lost.

Any advice on how to cope without a parent, and how to support Dad?

Thank you

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Hello @masonjay1 ,

I can see that you’re new to the community, so I wanted to say that I am so sorry for the loss of your mum that brings you here. I can hear in your words how you are struggling to understand her loss.

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

I also wanted to share this Sue Ryder articles which you may find helpful: Losing a parent - coping with the death of a parent | Sue Ryder

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

Take care,

Alex

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