Hello
Just joined the site to try and connect with others going through similar experiences. My mum has cancer and I am coming to terms with the fact that I can no longer pretend that she is ill. Whilst it's been a few years since her diagnosis, it has been most difficult over the past 18 months. My role as the child and hers as the adult ar reversing and it's difficult.
Overall, I'm a positive person, but am realising that a distraction technique rather than dealing with how I am feeling.
Looking forward to meeting others on this journey.
Lx
Hi and welcome to the Online Community but so sorry to hear about your mum 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 and I see from your profile you have already joined and posted on a few. These are safe places to talk to other people who might be supporting family with a similar diagnosis or treatment experience.
You don’t say what type of cancers she has but check out this list for our cancer specific groups.
When it comes to the practical challenges of supporting someone you may benefit from posting in our supportive Family and friends, Carers only and Supporting someone with incurable cancer groups that I see you have joined as these groups will connect with others supporting family and friends.
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 cancer information, emotional support, benefit and financial guidance or just a listening ear.
Always around if you need further help in navigating the community.
All the very best ((hugs))
