Hi I’m finding it really hard since losing my dad to lung cancer. We found out in June he had it & things quickly got worse he had a heart attack & then cancer spread to his back & brain was nothing they could do he did have one lot of chemo & some radiotherapy. Think did not help with covid I could not visit for ages. He went into hospice which was lovely the care he got their & the staff etc was wonderful. Helped with his pain no end. He died September 20th he was 71. I just can’t believe his gone & I won’t see him again. My hubby don’t understand why I’m upset still & just want to be left alone most of time.
Hi Suffolkgirl75 and welcome to the Online Community but so sorry to hear about your dad, this must have been a very hard time for you and I do understand in part as I lost my mum one year this Saturday (not from cancer) but I do hope you will find lots of comfort and support from people who understand here on the Online Community.
The Community has many dedicated support groups so can I recommend you start by joining our Bereaved family and friends group. This is a safe place to talk to other people who might have a similar experience.
If you'd like to connect into this group, you need to join the group. First click on the Green link I have created above. Then click on the black banner that says [click to join] at the bottom, or the [Join] button under "Group tools."
You can then introduce yourself by putting up a new post by clicking in the box near the top right with + New (Computers) or + (Mobile Devices). You will then see a dropdown menu so why not hit ‘Start a Discussion in New here, say hello’
You could copy and paste the text from this your first post. You can also search through existing ‘Discussions’ and click [reply] if you want to put up a comment.
It’s always good to talk so do call the Macmillan Support Services on 0808 808 00 00 - most services are open 8am to 8pm, 7 days a week Clicking here to see what is available. This service provides lots of emotional support or just a listening ear.
Talking to people face to face can indeed help a lot but during these strange times it’s not that available but do check to see if you have any Local Macmillan Support in your area has opened up. Do also check out for a local Maggie's Centre
Always around if you need further help in navigating the community.
All the very best ((hugs))
