Looking for similar experience as carer to parent

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Hello,

I am wanting to connect with others who are caring for thier parent at end of life. 

I am in my 20s and my Mum has oesophageal cancer with metastasis, 4 weeks ago the doctors gave a prognosis of a few weeks. Many experiences shared online that I have found, are from older individuals or those caring for thier spouse. I wondered if others in a similar position to me  might want to share experiences.

I am her main carer, although other family are around. I have found it quite difficult to go from being her daughter to her carer. I find this particularly difficult when she is agitated and anxious. I feel I'm inadequate to provide her with emotional support. 

It is also hard mentally now I can't go to work and have some normality.

If you are/ have been in a similar situation let me know.

Many thanks for reading