Caring for husband with head and neck cancer

Hi,

I am caring for my dad who has terminal throat cancer and I am exhausted and it’s only been five weeks. So I can’t imagine how you feel. Are you getting any support? You are entitled to a carers assessment if you haven’t already had one, you can request a carers assessment through social services. I hope you manage to get the help you need.

Hi fryn, I can tell from your words that you are physically and mentally exhausted. I agree with magic42, it's time to shout out loud that you need support. Your GPS, macmillan, are there any support groups like Maggies near you? I hope that by putting your feelings into words you feel just a little bit better, keep on posting and letting it all out. Hoping that today brings you some assurance and assistance, thinking of you xxx

Thank you.I work 3 days a week so I have been told I am not eligible for carers allowance.

Thank you.

Yesterday was a better day 

My sister in laws came up with a visit to the cinema goving me a few hours break 

It was just what I needed.

Hi,

I will check about the careers allowance you have to care for someone over a certain amount of hours a week, but I can’t remember off the top of my head I will check, and let you know. 

Lisa