I'm a carer for my husband

Isi

I'm a carer for my husband 52 who has life limiting dysautonomia. His particular diagnosis is rare and I've yet to be in contact with anyone in the UK caring for his condition - orthostatic hypotension, gastric and bladder problems, very low immunity, mood swings ( he can be particularly agressive and blunt verbally ) and communication issues ( unless his blood pressure is higher than usual he doesn't process fully written or verbal communications...can't talk to him when lying or sitting down !) . Life is very challenging and lonely after 27 years of an active life with vibrant banter and with the financial burden now transferred to me and 2 teens starting uni ( one with Asperger's) it would be lovely to be part of a community who really understand what we are going through . Thanks .

Ununpentium

Hello Isi! Welcome to Scope.

We have a carers forum on here that might be somewhere you can talk to like minded people. In particular this topic might be of interest https://community.scope.org.uk/discussion/35980/road-to-resilience-how-to-avoid-feeling-overwhelmed#latest

Sarah

thespiceman

Hello @Isi Pleased to meet you welcome.

Thank you for joining and sharing.

Sorry to hear what you are going through. How can we as a community be supportive. Ready to listen.

We are friendly, care and share.

I am one of the team of community champions who guide, advise and help new members who join.

Please ask if we can help with anything. Some one will know. From our community or a member of our team.

Please take care.

@thespiceman

Adrian_Scope

Hi @Isi, welcome to our community and thank you for your honesty. It sounds like you're having to face a significant adjustment. If we can do anything to support you, or you have any specific questions, don't hesitate to ask. In the meantime, please get involved in the discussions across our community — we're a friendly bunch!