Can’t cope with dads cancer

5 weeks ago my dad went into hospital coz he was ill found out he had a hole in his stomach which then caused septis . We didn't think he would make it through surgery so prepared for that we knew it was a high chance cancer caused the hole but never expected that there would be nothing they could do so they sent home to be with us on Pallative care and has weeks to live . I have never felt pain in my body like this am struggling so much coz he is my best mate . I am just struggling so much I am used to seeing him all the time but I have 3 kids and he's with my brother and it's hard knowing he's dying and I can't spend every minute with him x

  • Hello K0308,

    I'm very sorry to hear about your situation and how this is affecting the family. It's important to talk through your feelings to people you know and trust whenever you need that support. There is also information here which I hope might be of some use. Being unable to see him every day must be very difficult, but Simpal offers free non means tested phones and pre-paid sim cards for people affected by cancer, which might help you feel more connected. 

    I hope this is useful and the forum is always here when you need it.

    We're thining of you,

    Moderator Anastasia