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How do you respond to offers of help?

Just Want to Talk | Last Active: Jun 5 11:31am | Replies (103)
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@samclembeau

Maybe (not saying it did or didn't happen) when you told someone about your condition and they responded with "so sorry, if I can do anything let me know" you saw that as just a polite response? If when you hear something like that just say thank you and ask "do you really mean that? right now there is nothing, but it would be nice to know I can call one you if need arises"
put them on stand-by. some people would love to help, just don't know how.
also, I don't know where you live, but here in California we have charities that will bring good healthy food to you, and your family, daily while you recover.
There are a lot of good people out there that would love to help but you may have to reach out and I know that is hard when you are ailing. I hope you are recovering and will be well soon.
positive thoughts your way.

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annewoodmayo | @annewoodmayo | Nov 11, 2023

Hi samclembeau,

I have one of those "invisible" diseases. I finally got an official diagnosis 11 years ago, so this has been a long experience for me. I will never "recover" fully. This disease doesn't work that way. I have some ok times and some really bad times.

I'm ok with food, but it all falls on my husband, all the time.

Here's one example of what I have experienced. I asked my sister to help me sort my medical paperwork. She has experience in this area. She said yes 3 times and canceled 3 times. She is semi-retired and has complete control of her schedule.

I try not to focus on this topic too much, so I'll write no more now.

It was kind of you to offer your perspective and suggestions! Thank you!

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