New

FormerMember
FormerMember
  • 1 reply
  • 28 subscribers
  • 576 views

Hi I’m new to this group 

in August I lost my older sister to Brain cancer and now just been told my mum has terminal cancer Cry I’m finding it hard to cope 

  • FormerMember
    FormerMember

    Dear

    I am so sorry to hear about your sister and your mum. I am not surprised you are finding it hard to cope. I think anyone would. 

    This community is organised into groups to help people find the right support. I can imagine you might feel very alone right now. It can really help to link up with others who are going through something similar and to find that you’re not alone. We have two groups here that might be helpful, one for bereaved family and the other for those supporting someone with incurable cancer. Just click on the links below and follow the instructions to join and start a discussion. 

    https://community.macmillan.org.uk/cancer_experiences/bereaved_friends/

    https://community.macmillan.org.uk/cancer_experiences/supporting_someone_with_incurable_cancer/

    If you feel you need to talk in person, can I highlight our various Macmillan Support Line Services on 0808 808 00 00. This service covers Emotional Support, Practical Information. Clinical Information, Financial Support and Work Guidance and is mostly open 8.00 to 8.00 but check the link but you may find the service very busy at the moment.

    It is important to find the right support that helps you feel less alone and part of a wider community of people. It doesn’t take away the pain or the practical burden of caring for your mum. But it sure does help. 

    I wish you all the best