Thank you for your question and welcome to Empowher. It is always difficult dealing with a loved one who is ill. When you move closer to family, you will have additional help from family members so this is a good thing and at least you know that your full attention right now will come to an end soon. Others will be there to help you.
Think about things in a different sense, if you were sick - you would hope that he would help you - correct? It is in his best interest to let you know when his meds or food are about to run out but for now, you may need to pay closer attention and not wait for him to tell you. I know this seems like a ton more work on your end but this will help you and him.
Get yourself a calendar and jot down when his meds need to be refilled or when you need to buy more food. This will help you remember these things. Also reach out to family members or friends to help with your move. He may not be able to help right now but hopefully there will be an answer to his stomach issues and this won't last very long. I live by calendars myself and this helps with everything I need to remember.
Also remember that you are only one person. Reach out for assistance when you need it. Family and friends should already know that you are overloaded and to reduce your own stress - ASK. You will be amazed about how many people are willing to help you. I know none of this seems fair but you can always get help as long as you ask for it. Don't play Super Woman - as this will only cause you stress that could have been resolved with help from others.
I hope this helps and please reach out to others to take some stress off yourself. Best wishes and keep us posted.
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Hi Anonymous,
Thank you for your question and welcome to Empowher. It is always difficult dealing with a loved one who is ill. When you move closer to family, you will have additional help from family members so this is a good thing and at least you know that your full attention right now will come to an end soon. Others will be there to help you.
Think about things in a different sense, if you were sick - you would hope that he would help you - correct? It is in his best interest to let you know when his meds or food are about to run out but for now, you may need to pay closer attention and not wait for him to tell you. I know this seems like a ton more work on your end but this will help you and him.
Get yourself a calendar and jot down when his meds need to be refilled or when you need to buy more food. This will help you remember these things. Also reach out to family members or friends to help with your move. He may not be able to help right now but hopefully there will be an answer to his stomach issues and this won't last very long. I live by calendars myself and this helps with everything I need to remember.
Also remember that you are only one person. Reach out for assistance when you need it. Family and friends should already know that you are overloaded and to reduce your own stress - ASK. You will be amazed about how many people are willing to help you. I know none of this seems fair but you can always get help as long as you ask for it. Don't play Super Woman - as this will only cause you stress that could have been resolved with help from others.
I hope this helps and please reach out to others to take some stress off yourself. Best wishes and keep us posted.
Missie
April 20, 2014 - 6:42amThis Comment
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