Hello.
I’m new ...
mum just diagnosed last week stomach cancer.
not sure what stage as yet. She devastated, angry, shock anxious each time phone rings but most all frightened...
there 3 us daughters but I have mental health bipolar but inability to deal with things initially.
two sister acted immediately and came stay for week. They live up north & guernsey, I am 20 mi s from ma & no children...
i seem to have gone into fear, non acceptance etc mode. She is my rock mum friend carer...
we lost dad 19 months ago to dementia
I want move in my ma but having to self isolate or can I take a covid test & just move in?
can any one advise /guide me are my reactions normal? Am I bad?
Hi and welcome to the Online Community, although I am sorry to see you finding us and so sorry to hear about your mum’s diagnosis but you have found a safe place to find some support.
First you are not bad, you are dealing with a bad situation that no one is prepared for.
A cancer diagnosis indeed brings a lot of confusion, stress and many questions but talking with people who are on the same type of journey helps a lot.
The Community has many dedicated support groups so can I direct you to our supportive Stomach cancer group
Follow the link I've created above, join the group, then hit ‘start a discussion’ and you are ready to go.
You could then copy and paste the information from this first post into your new discussion or you can just join in with existing ‘Discussions’ by clicking on 'reply'.
You may also find our Carers only and Family and friends and groups a benefit as you will connect with others supporting family through their cancer journey.
It’s always good to talk, so can I highlight the Macmillan Support Line on 0808 808 00 00. This service covers Emotional Support, Practical Information. Clinical Information, Financial Support and Work Guidance mostly open 8.00 to 8.00 but check the link but you may find the service very busy at the moment.
Our Online Information and Support Section is a good place to find information covering cancer diagnosis, treatments and pages covering most types of cancers.
All the very best.
