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Siblings don’t seem to care
Long story short mom has late stage Alzheimer’s. Dad had a fall and is in a rehab/nursing home for the last few years …prior to his fall. I moved back home to help him care for mom. I have two brothers one does visit my dad once or twice a week the other does nothing Sometimes and I do mean very periodically. I just need to let my brother know what’s going on with Mom especially since she is in late Alzheimer’s but for the most part he ignores my phone calls. I know I made the decision to move to help my dad, but I did not make the decision to have it all fall on me. I’m just amazed that neither one of my brothers seem to care. And I am very disappointed that when I do reach out, for a listening ear he won’t pick up the phone or call me back. I feel like I am in this world all alone and obviously I am.
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Thank you sillyblone. It was difficult but God got me through it. I feel horrible for other folks who are going through similar things with little help. It takes a huge physical and mental toll on them. I’m still recovering mentally and emotionally from those 4 years. God bless you.
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2 ReactionsGod will get you through this and loves you! Is anyone helping you at all?
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2 ReactionsThank you! Caregiving is very difficult and I am sick of some of the manipulating and playing the victim. He wants your constant attention. I feel like it is easier to raise children than doing this caregiving gig for the last couple of year's. Do. in 2018. I am tired!
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4 ReactionsThere are wonderful support groups for you. Accept the fact that your brother is not there for you or mom or dad.
So very sorry ... will pray for help for both of us. Linda has 2 other sisters. Her one daughter told convincing lies.