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Dad is 81 years old, just had his first chemo, and is not feeling well at all. He has rarely been sick his entire life. He does not like being a burden, but he is not, and I have told him that. He is expected to live maybe a year or so. I need to keep him comfortable physically and mentally. He really doesn't want anyone else's help but mine, we are very close. I have 2 brothers but they don't get involved. I just don't know what to do as this progresses. I feel like his whole life is in my hands, and it is all on me to make sure this last part of his life is handled the best way possible.
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