Support after Caregiving - Bereavement Thread

Sending hugs and support. That is more than anyone should have to bear in a short amount of time. Of course you are having a hard time. Can you talk a walk or step outside and take in some fresh air? Or write your feelings out just for release?

Feel your feelings - we are here to listen. :heart:

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I am so sorry. Come here to the virtual couch and tell us about these people you loved and have lost, when you can. (Someone asked me about my dad the other day and it was comforting to talk about him)

It’s okay to feel overwhelmed. Just get through one hour at a time.

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It’s totally understandable to have such a hard day after so much loss and bad news. You can come here anytime, night or day, and vent to us. We have big shoulders.

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Just sending more virtual hugs and support. So sorry you’re having such a tough time.

That is an almost impossibly heavy load of grief to carry. I hope you are able to find some small way to rest or be distracted from it all.

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Oh man! That is a lot of loss. I am so sorry…. Hang in there !

My father in law passed away in December. We just lost my mom last week.

It’s hard.

The issue is that my husband is furious at my sibling. At her insistence to have everything her way.

My H and I bought mom a scooter a day before she ultimately went to the hospital, hospice and passed away. A week after the scooter was bought.

My sibling is mad that we bought the scooter and wanted it returned. My H and I thought we could donate it in memory of mom. Mom really wanted the scooter that she literally used one time.

My sibling is trying to return the scooter, my daughter is trying to facilitate. The medical supply store does not want to return and is throwing up many roadblocks.

My husband is furious that we are being drawn into this drama when we were fine not returning it.

My husband is very even keeled. This anger is so unlike him. I had a panic attack the day mom passed away partly because this anger was so unexpected.

I’m hoping that now that we are home and not dealing with my sibling that we can become more comfortable with the situation.

The scooter story is only the tip of the iceberg of what we had to endure this weekend. Not sure why I’m telling this story other than I’m feeling a bit out of control.

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It felt so draining to me to manage things in the after effect of losing my parents (mine died three months apart). I pray that getting home and being in your own space will bring your some comfort.

I’m really sorry that your D is being dragged into this. Good boundaries will be important for all of you.

Big hugs!

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Could your dh’s unusual anger be a byproduct of still grieving his dad? It’s only been a couple of months since.

I hope that being home helps with everyone’s emotions.

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I think it’s absolutely about his dad.

And that his family gets along, everyone is mostly agreeable and no one is manipulative and controlling.

His family and mine are night and day. One is a tightrope of tense emotions and the other is a warm embrace.

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@deb922 – It will be lovely if your family can return the scooter and get some $$$ back. But, if not, I assume that it’s not the end of the world financially for your family.

There is a nonprofit near me called Wheel It Forward. One can rent things like wheelchairs, crutches, canes, high toilet seats, etc., when the need for it is only temporary. Perhaps there’s something similar near you that would be delighted to get the scooter.

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That’s a great idea. :light_bulb:

I googled similar worthy causes in the city where the scooter resides

Told my daughter that I would call the medical supply company one more time and if they won’t return, my preference is to donate to a worthy cause but I wish to remain uninvolved

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I’m in the DC area and a local charity accepts medical equipment and supplies. If there’s a legal reason it cant be used in the US, the items go to an overseas charity.

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@deb922 may your mom’s memory always be a blessing. I remember lots of craziness from family members when my dad died in 2014. So sorry that your dh is reacting this way, but very nice that your dd is running interference on site. I can only hope that your sister calms down and stops being so difficult. As always we are here for you, at least virtually. :heart:

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I am guessing your H just wants to be protective of you, @deb922.

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He’s being protective of our daughter

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I’m so sorry @deb922. It’s hard enough going through the loss of your mom and then to have to deal with the family drama on top of that…
Hugs.

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Sorry about your Mom. Dealing with family dynamics isn’t fun.

Is there a Council on Aging or places that provide services for Seniors in your Mom’s area? Usually places like that will take equipment that’s usable. They loan it out to folks who need it. My husband was able to borrow a cane/walker from our Council on Aging after a knee replacement.

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My aunt’s IL facility had a few wheelchairs that had been donated for residents use. Sure came in handy.

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I did my duty and talked to the manager of the medical supply company

He was so rude, lied to me and tried to pit my sister against me. One lie after another. It was truly amazing how much he lied. Including telling me that my sister had a copy of the receipt and not the original. She had the original. Said that people try and rip them off all the time.

It was something.

I suggested to my sister that we donate the scooter in mom’s name. My sister said absolutely not and that she is going to take them to small claims court.

I’m done dealing with this company but if my relatives want to fight them and leave bad reviews, they can go for it.

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