Hello Melbel,

It must be really hard for you at home at the moment and it is a shame that you are not able to enjoy the same social experiences at the moment as your friends but you seem to have such a great attitude in the face of adversity. I am sure your mum and dad are very touched by the fact that you have decided to be there for him. Your approach is the right one, to take a day at a time as you say and keep a smile on your face. Surely it can't be easy for you every day but focusing on your biking, drawing, reading and going to school, all these daily hobbies and activities will help you get through every day. I am glad you have some good close friends to whom you can talk and get things off your chest.

You have done the right thing too in joining this forum as you will feel less alone - there are other young people like yourself currently going through a very similar experience and looking after a parent with advanced cancer. They will know exactly how you are feeling at the moment. I hope you will soon hear from others who are or have been in a similar situation and that they will be along soon to share their story with you.

We hope to hear from you again soon and that you will keep updating us on how your dad is doing.

Best wishes,

Lucie, Cancer Chat Moderator