Follow
Share
Read More
This question has been closed for answers. Ask a New Question.
Find Care & Housing
Dear Sarah,

I hear you. There is a lot on your young shoulders. Its hard being the dutiful daughter caring for two elderly parents. And the lack of support from siblings only adds to the stress. All of this has clearly affected your health and I'm so sorry.

I too had to take care of my parents for an early age. They divorced when I was 20 and I had to help manage two households. Then my I had to help my mom during her cancer treatments. Then my dad after his stroke. My siblings tried to help but mostly it fell on me. I had a lot of anger and resentment. And since my father passed, I have a knot in my stomach.

Remember to take care of your health as well. It sounds like its time to explore other options. Maybe try to have a family meeting and see if assisted living or a nursing home is an option. Its not fair for anyone to expect you shoulder the entire burden and responsibility for both parents.
Helpful Answer (1)
Report

This question has been closed for answers. Ask a New Question.
Ask a Question
Subscribe to
Our Newsletter