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Osteoarthritis and fibromyalgia and no care
bernibee
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I suffer from o
Also depression and asthma.
I live alone and at the moment no regular care my daughter was my carer but she has now moved in with her boyfriend. I am trying to cope but I am finding it difficult.
I am glad I came across this site as it is great to talk to someone who understands.
Also depression and asthma.
I live alone and at the moment no regular care my daughter was my carer but she has now moved in with her boyfriend. I am trying to cope but I am finding it difficult.
I am glad I came across this site as it is great to talk to someone who understands.
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A very big welcome to our website & online community.
You will find other people here in the same situation as you.
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You will also find plenty off info on our home page.
Please let us know how we can help/support you.
A health and social care assessment with the social services department of your local trust is often the first step towards getting the help and support you need. The assessment is an 'assessment of need'.
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This is a safe place for you to chat though, it is friendly and supportive and it is great to be able to talk to people who understand so I hope you enjoy it here.
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