Carers pushing back on rehab
Im having constant issues with my mums carers. They’re very good regarding her care and comfort and help her with a bit of light physio. But as a stroke patient living at home with very little physio...
View ArticleChronically argumentative
My husband is 87 and denies that I am his carer in any sense. I do all household chores, help him with putting on fleeces, jackets etc, reach for things he can’t get, wash his hair, carry things … it...
View ArticleMum has just died
This is the day Ive been dreading and its finally here. I thought Mum would only be in respite care for a short time. I thought she’d be coming home eventually. But because of her dementia she needed...
View ArticleNew here, trying this out
Hi, just joined. I’m 30-years-old, carer for my 35-year-old husband with really bad mental health, which has been bad for going on five years now. Maybe longer, more like eight? Hard to say. He’s been...
View ArticleAppealling CHC - advice?
I’m thinking of appealing the decision against awarding ny mum CHC. Has anyone here appealed successfully? Any words of wisdom? Any do’s and don’ts? Did you do it through a specialist solicitor or...
View ArticleUpdate on my previous post about not being able to care for my husband anymore
Yesterday we ended up having a big talk about everything. A lot was said, some of it really painful. Im fairly certain I broke his heart. He actually initiated the whole thing based on the fact he...
View ArticleHappy Christmas to one and all
I wish you and your loved ones all the best for the festive season. Steve 5 posts - 5 participants Read full topic
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Video chat for my social husband
Hello! I have no idea if anyone can help with ideas or websites etc but I thought I’d give it a go. I’m a full time carer to my husband. He has MS, epilepsy, back & hip problems and as his...
View ArticleFeeling burnout badly. First post here. Who am I now?
Hi all I’ve had an account for a short time, but only just making my first post today. For backstory, I am 30 years old, and my husband is 37. We’ve been together for almost 12 years, and I love him...
View ArticleNot sure who to reach out to
First, I’m new here. 2nd, I’m not sure anyone will be interested because I think most carers go through what I am. 3rd, I feel like I should be able to cope easily and yet, I am struggling. I think...
View ArticleHello everyone. What can I do?
Hi I’m new to this forum and not coping at all Husband had a vascular dementia diagnosis about 22 months ago. I’ve had lots of help and support initially from mental health team and carers trust...
View ArticleCan’t cope and hate the format of this forum
I’m at the point of not coping. Just can’t anymore. I want a way out and I’m starting to feel that people would be better off without me. I just want to escape. * 4 posts - 4 participants Read full...
View ArticleMothers discharge from hospital
Hello all My mother was admitted into hospital in sept 2024 following a fall which she suffered a fractured skull and a bleed on the brain. After a stint in a neuro rehab unit she has been deemed...
View ArticleCan I expect my manager to be more understanding
Hi - new here, hope everyone survived Christmas and all the added pressure. I have a daughter aged 16 with complex mental health problems which means she finds doing pretty much everything very...
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Advice needed adult son with mental health needs, moving into supported living
Split from: Advice caring for adult son with mental illness - #7 Hi Tracey I am so sorry to hear this I know exactly what you are going through . I am In the exact same situation . I am alone and...
View ArticleIndependent social worker recommendation 🙏
Hello I’m looking for an independent social worker to help my mum, my step dad and me as a carer. The officials database isnt very easy to search for social workers so im looking for recommendations....
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Council tax issue for carer
Hi I read carers can be exempted from council tax. I have been living with and caring for my very elderly Dad for several years as he has multiple health issues including almost zero mobility and co...
View ArticleYet another new member!
Hello all, just another newbie popping alo g to introduce myself- im sure you get an influx at this time of year! I’m Becca, in my late 30’s based in South Wales and I’m currently a carer for my...
View ArticleDirect Payment Assessment New Company
Hello I hope you can help me, my local council has changed how they do assessments to a company called Liquid Partners. They use a telephone conversation to assess the amount of my personal...
View ArticleOCD driving me mental again. No support!
Hi, so right now I feel pretty awful. My thoughts are just circling around and around again. It’s all related to stuff related to mum and her needs, although right now nothing is really happening. I’m...
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