Caring for hubby .

Hi everyone.My husband has been battling with Pancreatic cancer for about a year now.It has spread to lung,liver and were waiting to see if its in his brain.Hes lost almost 3 stone in weight and he was 11 to start.Spending 5 weeks in hospital in London didn't help as he doesn't eat or thrive in there so I am caring for him alone.Family live abroad ,Aus and Sw France .They visit when they can but that's not really helping much.Im tired and so sad.My big strong man as week as a kitten.Please anyone give me some advice as to my next move.We have a palliative nurse coming Friday but hubby want to stay at home..I think in a hospice towards the end would be better for both of us but I feel so very guilty as I know he wants to stay at home.My best friend died in a hospice a few years ago and it was a better environment than hospital and she was well cared for .I visited her every other day.Anyone else in this situation.?

  • A very warm welcome to Cancer Chat Janesheila although I'm so sorry to hear about your husband.

    I can't begin to imagine how difficult this must be for you both but our community are here for you and I'm sure it won't be long until some of our members who have been in a similar situation with their loved ones stop by to share their stories and advice.

    I know you said you are alone as your family live abroad, but do you have any friends near by that you could lean on for support? If you do, do make sure you reach out to them as I'm sure they would want to do all they can to help you and give you some time to take care of yourself. The cancer charity Maggie's has some really useful tips and advice for carers as well.

    I am wishing you and your husband all the best when you meet with the palliative nurse on Friday but if you'd like to talk things through with one of our nurses before then, you can do so on 0808 800 4040. Their helpline is open Monday - Friday between 9a.m - 5p.m and they will do all they can to support you and help you figure out what to do next.

    I hope this information we have about the different types of support that may be available to you and your husband, depending on what decision is made, will help as well.

    Kind regards,

    Steph, Cancer Chat Moderator