Hi,
Firstly thank you for providing this space to share thoughts and support others
A relative of mine was recently diagnosed with a brain tumour, very quickly underwent surgery and is now receiving radiotherapy. Unfortunately the prognosis is terminal and it's been a huge shock to the whole family because they are only in their 20s. We are also dealing with illness of older relatives as well as raising young families all at the same time.
I think I have been in denial which I know is not healthy long term so I'm trying to process it but it's incredibly difficult. I wanted to ask what are some ways I can be supporting both them and myself? Or has anyone experienced a similar situation? An added difficulty is that I live some distance from my family as well, and my immediate family are not the best at talking about difficult things.
Thanks,
Rose
