My dad was diagnosed w lung cancer, now has metastized to brain, 2 more WBRT days....
juststuf
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Joined: Jan 2014
Jan 26, 2014 - 1:30 pm
I'm looking to talk to someone who might be going through what I am experiencing....depression, and anxiety....brave for my dad....but crying every day when I get back home....not sure how to deal with this?
So sorry for the circumstances that bring you here. This site has a help line that is monitored 24/7/365. The number is 800.227.2345. This is for caretakers, too! This is often harder on the caretaker than the patient. This is such a scary up and down back and forth ride and two me caretakers have been diagnosed with PTSD (not a joke). If you are awake at odd hours, check the chatroom here. Other caretakers and patients can share experiences there.
Another wonderful resource is the Lung Cancer Alliance. They also have a 24 hour help line and there are phone buddy programs for caretakers and patients:
His hospital should have a support group for patients and caretakers. Also there may be a Cancer Support Community or Gilda's Club this link will help you find one near you. They also have phone help lines
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So sorry for the circumstances that bring you here. This site has a help line that is monitored 24/7/365. The number is 800.227.2345. This is for caretakers, too! This is often harder on the caretaker than the patient. This is such a scary up and down back and forth ride and two me caretakers have been diagnosed with PTSD (not a joke). If you are awake at odd hours, check the chatroom here. Other caretakers and patients can share experiences there.
Another wonderful resource is the Lung Cancer Alliance. They also have a 24 hour help line and there are phone buddy programs for caretakers and patients:
800.298.2436