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livval
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I am a 60 year old fibromyalgia sufferer. This condition is making me feel so old. I was diagnosed about 10 years ago but suffered a long time before that.
I feel so isolated although my two daughters do so much for me. It makes me feel a burden on them and they both have their families too.
I want to be more independent but feel let down by the care system.
I am on here looking for moral support and maybe some suggestions.
I feel so isolated although my two daughters do so much for me. It makes me feel a burden on them and they both have their families too.
I want to be more independent but feel let down by the care system.
I am on here looking for moral support and maybe some suggestions.
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Hi @livval, welcome to the online community. Thank you for sharing your experience with us.
Maybe you could have a look at some tips on our blog here: https://blog.scope.org.uk/2017/12/12/smiiffys-7-tips-for-coping-with-isolation/
Some of our community members might be able to offer some more suggestions for you too.
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