Some advice please

FormerMember over 5 years ago

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Good afternoon all,

I hope you're well?

Basically I'm looking for some advice. One of my parents has cancer and it is terminal. My other parent is being not the most supportive or sympathetic, this has been the main stay for most of their relationship. I think it is in part that my well parent doesn't know what to do or how to react. They are struggling. I think they both need more support than they are getting and both need to feel listened to. They are in contact with Macmillan who have helped them tremendously, but is there any way something more could be done to help them both psychologically?

Thanks in advance.

FormerMember over 5 years ago

Dear,

there are a couple of places you can get psychological support for your parents, first is your local maggies centre who can provide services to both your mum and dad . Most hospices also have counselling services which can be used by the whole family. Obviously here in the forum we have many different support groups for patients and carers alike. You don’t mention when your dad was diagnosed or what kind of cancer he has, when you feel ready you might like to update your profile.