Hello - I have today joined this Forum. I (on my own) look after my father who has Dementia. He was officially diagnosed in April 2006.
I am feeling a little alone and unloved (and sorry for myself) at the moment!
We have lived for most of my life in Zimbabwe - although my father is originally from Derbyshire - hence the reason why it was best to return to this area. I left Zimbabwe in 2005 and took my parents with me, it was just inconceivable that they should stay there on their own. My mother died last year of cancer.
My father is being assessed by Social Services on Tuesday. Due to the nature of my work, I travel a fair amount, and it is now impossible to leave my father on his own.
I am not sure what they are going to say, or if they will be able to provide us with support and assistance that he needs.
Not sure who is going to read this, but thanks for your time anyway!
Best regards
Netti
I am feeling a little alone and unloved (and sorry for myself) at the moment!
We have lived for most of my life in Zimbabwe - although my father is originally from Derbyshire - hence the reason why it was best to return to this area. I left Zimbabwe in 2005 and took my parents with me, it was just inconceivable that they should stay there on their own. My mother died last year of cancer.
My father is being assessed by Social Services on Tuesday. Due to the nature of my work, I travel a fair amount, and it is now impossible to leave my father on his own.
I am not sure what they are going to say, or if they will be able to provide us with support and assistance that he needs.
Not sure who is going to read this, but thanks for your time anyway!
Best regards
Netti