Posted by MarkB_MI on December 30, 2012 at 12:11:03 from (75.219.145.82):
In Reply to: Re: Getting over it posted by farmallmaniac on December 30, 2012 at 10:18:00:
OK, you've given us a little more information to work on. You probably don't know that it is very common for caregivers to become depressed. I'm guessing your depression is only partly due to your grandmother's death and is partially due to your current situation. Do you feel like you're stuck in a situation you can't get out of? Do you feel that family members don't appreciate the help you're giving your grandfather? There's also the basic unfairness: your grandmother spent the last years of her life caring for your grandfather, only to pass away before him.
I think you need to get some help with your grandfather. Let your family members know you need some time by yourself. Maybe one of them can spend a couple of days a week with him. Or, heaven forbid, they might consider hiring a part-time caregiver. Right now, you're doing that for free. My guess is your family has no idea what it costs for a caregiver, let alone the toll it's taking on you.
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