My name is Ann Sword and I'm 76. My husband had part of his lung removed a couple of years ago and has emphysema so is struggling to get around and he has another spot but not sure if cancer returned. He now has a permanent catheter due to prostrate problems. He has early dementia to add to his problems. It hit home just before Christmas the reality of our life now. I work from home which gives me communication with people and things to think of other than caring
Hi Anne,
Welcome to the forum. Can I suggest that you change your forum name so you are not identifiable?
I knew someone with emphysema, very difficult to cope with. As your husband has early dementia, and prostate cancer, that's a huge challenge for you.
Is your husband claiming Attendance Allowance, and you, Carers Allowance?
Claiming exemption from Council Tax - dementia counts as "severe mental impairment".
Do you have power of attorney?
Any help from the NHS or Social Services?