How can i be brave for dad

Hi Ralphiandtimmy,

Im sorry to hear about your Dad,it’s a very difficult time for you all that’s for sure. In terms of how will you keep strong,speaking from experience of caring for my Dad when he had cancer, you will find the strength. There’s lots to consider,decisions to make,lots of tears and I know I was terrified.

Also work is a consideration,I worked full time when Dad was first diagnosed, managed that for 7 weeks then fell ill myself and took time out to focus on him. It’s one big juggling act. What I would say is take it one day at a time. Have you joined the carers group, there are many others in similar situation to yours and can offer great advice or just be a sounding board.

please take care and I wish you well x

Thank you for your reply. I work 3 days per week, but i will give up to be his carer , just dont know much yet as they wont do more tests until his infection gas clared up

Hi lovely. No advice but just wanted to say hi as I am in a very similar situation. Mum went into A&E on Monday after a suspected stroke and we were told that she has secondary brain cancer. We are so so shocked. She may never leave the hospital. Trying to rest as much as possible at night so that I’m able to emotionally keep it together when visiting her as she doesn’t understand that she is dying so we’re trying not to worry her at the moment. Hang in there ️

So sorry for your sad news. Its nice to have others to talk to in similar situations. We will be brave together x