Coping with the loss of my dad.

My dad passed beginning of July the day after his 95th birthday. 
He had bladder/kidney cancer which spread to his lungs. Was with him when he passed.

Im still at my dad’s house sorting what needs to be sorted. The house has lost its spirit & soul, hate being here now but need to complete the job in hand. 
Have two brothers one whom I’m not particularly close to lives about 30mins away from dads, the other we are very close but he had to return home which is abroad. 

Hubby has been absolutely fantastic over the last 18months or so, allowing me to come down and see dad most weeks, then from beginning of March when dad went into hospital the a nursing home I’ve pretty much been at dads full time. 

Lost my mum when I was 24 now just coming up to my 57th birthday……….im broken, struggling. I suffer with mental health and I know I’m heading down the rocky road and I don’t know how to stop it or even if I want too. I’m on medication which is my life line . 

Taz x

  • Hello Taz,

    I'm so sorry to hear about your loss and want to wish you condolences on behalf of everyone on Cancer Chat team. It's completely natural to feel lost and unsure after losing a parent, but I'm so glad to hear how supportive your husband has been. You're not alone and please don't be afraid to reach out for further support if you ever need it. We have advice around coping with grief on our website, including organisations that can offer help. Also Cruse bereavement free helpline is available if you ever need to speak to someone.

    I hope this is helpful in some way and let us know how you're getting on,

    Moderator Anastasia