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Depression and Anxiety at an older age
I am a 70 year old woman who has had depression and anxiety for a long time. It got worse 3 years ago when my husband lost one of his jobs. I panicked and my anxiety increased. I was afraid to do things. like driving. I have arthritis pretty bad and foot problems. I'm a Christian and my faith has helped me. My husband was a pastor and our church closed 3 months ago. We've had continual stress. Sometimes I don't know what to do with myself during the day. I've gotten help from several doctors, including a psychiatrist. I also have IBS. I am better. I'm taking trazadone duloxetine, remeron and xanax. Also on osteo biflex, probiotic , bentyl and celebrex. I want to get on Sam e but it may interact with one of my meds. Thanks for listening.
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@hellenfrances good for you. Keep your strength up and keep on truck'n. Life is hard and then you push back. Wonderful attitude.
Yes. My husband works from home.
Are you a computer person like he is?
I am not sure that I could do what he does.... teaches on line during the pandemic.
I noticed that there are many jobs on line(need a computer) and by phone.
Calling customers, sending information, follow up calls to
ask if customers were satisfied, making appointments for
various companies and calling their customers to confirm appointments.
We were recently called to ask when we wanted our fallen tree removed. The caller was new to the job and arranged day and time with us. I think she was an older woman.
Driving people to medical appointments?... probably need insurance for that one... unless the agency provides the car and insurance.
I have seen some interesting job advertisements in the local newspaper.
Our Senior Center has a job bank and that has been a good source for jobs.
Let us know how your search is going.
I will be praying that you find a job that is just right for you!
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3 ReactionsThank you Mattie I was reluctant to chime in you encouraged me. As soon as I realized I had to make a choice because although I loved CA the smoke was and had continued to sicken me. I knew living near my daughters or grands would be as bad as staying put. Along time friend encouraged me to move to North Carolina and stay with her. Didn't realize it included 7cats and her 3 pkg of cigs a day.Even after I moved away I didn't feel right here. No matter where you are there are agencies to get some relief. Senior centers have people you can talk to about your situation. Someone I met told me about this complex with affordable apartments. Local bulletin boards online or at the grocery ads in the senior magazines. Wanted ads. It took awhile but I'm really sure that this is where I'm staying. If you speak up for yourself and can't get resolution take charge of yourself. Ask your therapist for resources contact old friends neighbors for info. You're driving great look for a group of like minded people in your new and/or old community. Move on doesn't necessarily mean physically.
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3 ReactionsWonderful and well stated thank you for posting it
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1 Reaction@mattie I read this three times before I decided to jump in. Jim is correct you have to protect yourself. Let APS know you need a safety visit. After you protect yourself ( can you put a lock on your door inside) You have the right to declare your position to be able to live in your home without fear of aggression. And you can rent her space out if you have to evict her. You are not the beggar. The thought she doesn't have the upper hand may change her attitude. You may have to deal with the possibility that she is unable to cooperate. Again APS is your best friend.
It's not the first time a younger person loses their ability to function. An emergency pendant would be great protection in case of an emergency. And just squeezing it will get an immediate response. I don't know how sophisticated they are now but I'm thinking seriously of getting one because no-one could hear me in here and my dog doesn't have opposable thumbs. You will survive be strong.
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3 ReactionsThere are senior centers in my area but none have been open since COVID-19 began. Everything is closed, libraries and so forth. Mayo Connect is my means of socialization and support.
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2 ReactionsRing our doorbell. 🔔
Someone will always answer❣️
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3 ReactionsI belong to two senior centers:
1. One because we have a university prof as the director of our chorus: such a change of mood!
We are presently on “vacation” because of the virus.
2. Second senior center is offering violin lessons.. I have my ‘adolescent’ violin
And I am surprised that I remember the fingering, positions, etc.
It is never too late to begin again.
3. Exercise program: used to be Eurythmics and Jackie Sorenson Dance... moving to music... loved it...I was a frustrated dancer whose parents could not afford music lesson AND .. the 💃🏼
Find what you love 💕 and do it if you can... OR encourage, support someone else. (There is joy in that, too.)
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4 ReactionsI plead ignorance. What is APS?