I am sitting next to my wife of only 5 months today as a matter of fact this very day 5 months age we wed and the very day six months ago we met and today she was told there is nothing they could do for her. Amanda is 42 and cancer had completely consumed and destroyed her in a matter of a month. I don’t know what to do how to feel I don’t even know who to talk to all I keep thinking is I want to go with her so she isn’t alone and I know it’s not suppose to be that way but I can’t bear this any longer
Hi and welcome to the Online Community although sorry to hear about your wife’s diagnosis and prognosis. A cancer diagnosis like this in the family can be such a stressful and challenging time but I do hope you will find the community a safe place to get support and ask your questions.
It is an emotional time supporting family so you might find this Macmillan information your feelings when someone has cancer helpful and also cancer and your emotions and finally getting help with your emotions.
The Community has various support groups (discussion rooms) I do see that you have joined our Supporting someone with incurable cancer group where you will connect with others who are navigating the very difficult time in the same position.
If you'd like to connect in with a group click on the Green (Bold) link I have created above. Then once the group page opens you can then introduce yourself by putting up a ‘new post’ by clicking in the box near the top right with + New or + (Depending on the device you are using) and you are ready to go. You could copy and paste the text from this post into your new post.
Macmillan have many support platforms so do check out the Macmillan Support Line is open 8am-8pm (timings may differ across services) 7 days a week on 0808 808 00 00.
These services provide practical information, emotional support, benefits/financial guidance or just a listening ear. We also have our Ask an Expert section but do allow a few working days for a reply.
Talking to people face to face can be very helpful so do check to see if you have any Local Macmillan Support in your area, do also check for a local Maggie's Centre as these folks are amazing and provide support for all the family.
Give me a shout if you need further help.
Best regards.
