Loss of my mum

My mum died on Tuesday from lung cancer. It was a peaceful release for her as the pain had started to be more often. I have spent the last 26yrs living with my mum and feel a huge hole has appeared.  I'm also dealing with the fact that I might have bowel cancer.  I'm undergoing tests to confirm it. I really feel at a loss at the moment and don't know what way to turn. I could be homeless soon as tenancy was in mums name. And I can't afford to live here. I only work part time and have been off for the last month looking after mum. I really feel that life has *** on me. 

  • Hello Cherisnuts65

    I'm so very sorry to hear that you lost your Mum earlier this week. Undoubtedly, this is a difficult time for you, before you even add in your own health concerns and the potential living situation. 

    It's natural that you might be feeling overwhelmed by things at the moment. I hope that you have friends and family around who can support you as you begin to navigate this journey with grief and all the other things that will travel alongside it over the coming weeks and months. 

    If it would help to talk with someone, then you're most welcome to give our team of nurses a call. I know they will be happy to listen and offer any support and advice they can. They're available Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm on 0808 800 4040. 

    We have some information about coping with grief on our website that you may find helpful to look at. In the meantime, take each day at a time and if a day feels like too much, then go hour by hour. It is very early days, so be kind to yourself Cherisnuts65. 

    Sending you our condolences at this sad time, 

    Jenn
    Cancer Chat moderator