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Husband has dementia and just found out I have breast cancer

Offline Gitty over 5 years ago

Hi.

My husband has dementia. I am his sole carer.

I have just been told I have breast cancer. I am rather lonely.

How do I cope with both?

I have talked to some people but they can only offer limited help. Really they are scared of the dementia.

Is there any help out there?

Offline Billygoatt over 5 years ago

Hi Gitty I'm not quite the same as you. Specialist not sure if my wife has Alzheimers or brain disease, been waiting over a year still not sure. I've got uncurable cancer having palliative care Diagnosed Feb 2016, got carer's in to look after my disabled wife now and again rest i manage. Can your husband still move about OK or does he need help. Best wishes. Billy
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