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What are your tips for staying independent at your own home?

Aging Well | Last Active: 2 hours ago | Replies (211)
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@ellebic

I’m a 78 yr old female. Have lost my husband in March 2024 to cancer. Had looked after him for 2 yrs until admitting him to hospital for MAID Trying to get on with life. I’m able to manage my home doing what is required to stay in place. Have cancelled a LTK replacement and managing the discomfort and strengthening the quads This Christmas was difficult but my kids were with me which was a great support . Tips for depressions,carrying on alone, loneliness Have a westie and we walk every day but it’s the loneliness that’s very hard to deal with. Hard to carry on without my husband. I’m strong willed and determined to handle it Have grief help but I know it’s up to me but it’s still so hard

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laurenbutterfly | @laurenbutterfly | Dec 30, 2024

So sorry for your loss of your husband. March 2024 is still very recent. I'm glad you have a westie who gets you out every day. I hope at least one of your kids lives nearby. If you are a reader, check out your local library, they may have discussion groups, a good way to meet new friends. I attended a Spanish conversation group at my local library and made a lovely new friend this year. You have a great attitude. All the best to you.

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lyndia3879 | @lyndia3879 | Dec 31, 2024

Loneliness and depression are hard to deal with alone. You need to get professional help. I don't care how independent you are, sometimes you need professional help. Some ideas for you are to join a health club, go to the YMCA, volunteer at your local hospital, and go to church. There are all kinds of places you can help out. For instance, your local library would love to have you read books to children or teach an adult how to read. You could help HABITAT FOR HUMANITY. Just look online under your neighborhood VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES. I hope this helps. I am going to do something new for the New Year.

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