I don't normally post things but I am at my wits end. I am so tired as well as physically and mentally drained. i take care of my mother with dementia and am in need of "respite care." It seems like the more research I do the more I realize there's very little help for caregivers beyond common sense. I have basically come to the point that I need to try respite care in a nursing home out of pocket. I am having such a hard time dealing with the mental and physical tolls taking care of her has placed on the both of us. I am too tired to even sit and cry.
So sorry to hear how you are feeling. It is overwhelming caring for an elderly parent. Always hard to find the right balance. Please try and arrange respite care as soon as possible. And consider counselling or joining a support group. Try to access resources through the community. And give yourself a break as soon as possible. I hope another friend or family member might be able to sit with your mom for even an one hour so you can get some time for yourself. Thinking of you. Sending you extra hugs.
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