Depression Dementia Dad

[Former-Member]

Lovely to hear things seem to be settling a bit @Former-Member.  Hoping that things do pick up a little once the side effects wear off. Was pleased to hear that the boundaries have paid off with two brothers, blind Freddy could see what a marvellous job you are doing. 

The cost of aged care is frightening, thank goodness you can get the extra things from dva.

I am not a nurse but have family members who are medically trained (various) and I work in medical. 

[Former-Member]

Hi @Former-Member ❤
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[Former-Member]

Sorry @Former-Member have edited the blank post, with the new phone app it moves and by mistake I sometimes hit post (or cancel). 

[outlander]

@Former-Member

[Shaz51]

sending you big tender hugas @Former-Member

[Former-Member]

Quick wave @Former-Member

[Former-Member]

Thanks @Former-Member @Shaz51 @Owlunar @F&H @outlander... everyone...
30th June, i've been here exactly 6months (this visit) & seeking God's wisdom if to stay longer. Its lonely here too but at least there's lots to do. Love rubbing shoulders with health professionals - talk the language again... 😁 As much as i'd love healthy interaction with my sister, i think maybe she has more MH 'issues' than me. I imagine a lot of what she sees as coming from me is what bounces back at her.  Some people just put you in this little self serving box & refuse to validate who you really are or any good you do.  Actually - taken me a long time but you can tell if a person bags you behind your back by the way their associates treat you.  It all adds up and i'm no t chasing baters anymore. 

I'm a bit worried about dad atm. His legs puffing up (oedema) sores not healing, a cough... Dr has him on ABs and extra fluid pills & wants to see him again next week. I think his heart could be on the way out. 

[outlander]

@Faith-and-Hope ^^^ 👋


I hope your dad starts to improve abit @Former-Member doesnt sound like hes having the best time atm or you. Hugs ❤
I do the bubble thing as well,its a form of visualisation, hope it works for you....

[Former-Member]

Now he's got a toothache - cant chew - it hurts - have to mash up / blend everything for him. He rarely complains. Got a bit confused at the shop today. Its horrible watching him slip away like this. He was such a strong man.

[Determined]

@Former-Member