hi I've only just joined, I didnt know where else to let it all out, my grandad has recently been diagnosed with lung cancer and because of his age they cant operate so hes on palliative radiotherapy, hes my absolute world hes more like my dad hes always been there for me and now when he needs me the most I cant be there for him and help him due to lockdown hes been told hes expected to live for a year more and the thought absolutely breaks my heart ive been so lucky to never have to lose anyone close to me and i don't know how to cope with that thought let alone go through it, everyday that goes by I can help but think it's one day closer to the end that I can't be there. I dont want to talk to the rest of my family about how hard Its hit me as they are all as scared and I'm everyone elses rock so dont want them to know how scared I am, this isn't really a question there isn't much point to this post I just want to get it off my chest and know that I'm not alone.
Hi and a warm welcome to the Online Community, although I'm sorry to hear about your grandad. It's hard being 'everyone else's rock' and while it's lovely to care for others you're so right to get it off your chest here. I understand how difficult it is to avoid worrying about the future, the emotional effects of having a loved one with cancer can be traumatic and I wonder if it might help to chat with one of our experts? They're open 8am-8pm every day on 0808 808 0000 and are very understanding. And no, you're not alone. Cancer is a marathon of emotions and please know that we're here for you whenever you want to talk to us.
Love and hugs,
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