Hi Ginney, 

I just came across your post and wanted to offer you my heartfelt condolences for your loss.

After 58 years of marriage I can't begin to imagine how painful and lonely this time must be for you, especially when you feel you don't have the support of your family and friends, but I'm glad you've reached out to us as our members will know what you are going through so you are not alone Ginney, and I'm sure it won't be long until some of them stop by to offer you their support and advice.

Coping with grief is very tough, and as you say you will be adapting to a new way of life, but if you feel it may help to talk to someone about what you are going through then you may benefit from bereavement counselling. A lot of our members have found this extremely helpful when working through their grief and the support offered invaluable in their time of need so if you'd like to find out more, do be sure to reach out to the bereavement charities Cruse and Sue Ryder, as they will do everything in their power to support you at this very difficult time.

Our thoughts are with you Ginney and I hope you can take some strength, and comfort, from knowing that we'll always be here for you.

Kind regards,

Steph, Cancer Chat Moderator