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Is anyone else living in Chicago alone and depressed? I am 67, living with chronic pain and have been passed from doctor to pt to spine surgeon and back to new doctors without answers. I have tried to find the way out of my bed day after day, but keep retreating. My therapist is there for me to talk to, but I have no one to come and get me out of my apartment for a walk.
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@cstone NAMI and Emotions Anonymous both offer free virtual support groups. ❤️
@cstone I did a quick search. Chicago Parks Foundation offers wellness walks in local parks. It appears to be quite senior citizen friendly, and it's a chance to get outdoors. Living in a large city can offer plenty of benefits, but getting a breather from the bustle can be difficult. This looks like a good way to get away from cars and enjoy some social time in a quiet place.
https://www.chicagoparksfoundation.org/walk
Uber is a good way of getting a ride quickly and it's very safe. I've used it both domestically and overseas. The drivers are rated by users, so you can choose an alternate one if a name pops up with lower ratings. That said, the company weeds out the problematic drivers very quickly. Much faster than cab companies. Additionally, if you're a woman (you didn't specify), I know they plan on rolling out an option specifically for women for choosing female drivers only. I'm unsure if it's up and running yet.
We were in Chicago last year, my first visit to your city, and we did find several very nice parks to go walking in. I forget the names now, but there are a lot of them available. We really enjoyed our visit.
@cstone Hello...in Chicago, the DFSS Senior Services provides information and referrals for assistance under the umbrella of "Aging at Home", specifically in-home support. The City of Chicago website invites email inquiries at: aging@cityofchicago.org or by telephone during the day at (312)744-4016. You did mention your therapist, as in physical therapist? Could that person offer any suggestions for assistance, as an element of your ongoing therapy?
I apologize if this is a redundant suggestion, something you have already explored.
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Check with your local Senior center to see if they have resource info
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@cstone so sorry you’re going through this! Have you looked into any support groups? I’m thinking of joining some focused on mental health and they have many online if it’s hard to get out. In person might be good to help you get out. Hang in there! ❤️