Hi Mike, great to have you join the forum. Love to waffle with you and share experiences. I cared for both my parents who have now passed away and I am now caring for my duaghter. It can be really tough and lonley at times and this is a great place to share and off-load. How are you doing at the mom...

Hi Mike, welcome to the forim. I care for my trans daughter who has suffered from schizo affective disorder for many years. It has been an awful roller coaster of extreme issues from self harm, suicide attempts, self harm, living ont he street, spells in prison and over 30 Sections. She is now livin...

Hi Caroline, Losing a parent is a really tough time. I recently lost both my parents and I cared for both fo them. I learnt after losing my dad first that invovling, recruiting and getting help from family and friends wherever possible (and circumstances permitting) helps with the grieving process a...

Hi and a belated welcome to the forum. Sounds like suppoting you partner is really hard work. With him not wanting to go out is making it even harder for you. Since you posted your message has anything changed? Have you spoken to organisations like Mind ro Rethink who might be able to offer advice o...

Hi Ed, Good to meet you and welcome to the fourm. As a fellow carer I have some level of appreciation for the difficult situation that you are in. Sounds like yiou are balancing a few balls. Great that you are finally getting some support through the NHS. How are you getting on at the moment? Allen

Hi Angelina,

Good to hear from you. I looked after my dad who had alzheimers and the last year was really tough. In and out of hospital and daily issues. However, the care companty were great and really helped out.

Best,

Allen