Hello. I'm 24 and I've been my moms caregiver for about seven months now. I recall feeling "normal" for the first few months but depression is really starting to hit me and I'm scared. I've been dealing with anxiety for years as it is. I don't get any help from family. None of my friends never understood what I went/am going through. I feel extremely alone on top of the caregiver stress. Any tips on meeting people and/or dealing with a situation like this?
Hi, JuankaX. Welcome to the Care Community and thank you for sharing a bit of your story here.
Based off of what you sharred, it sounds like finding a support group might be helpful. There are different kinds of support groups - virtual and/or in-person; some specific to a disease or condition; etc. - and it is important to get a sense of what options you might have to get connected to the best group for you.
I recommend reaching out to our Caregiver Help Desk. They can chat with you to find out more about what you need and are looking for in a support group and point you in the right direction. You can reach out via phone at 855-227-3640 or use the chat/e-mail functions here on our website to connect. The hours are Monday-Friday, 8AM to 7PM Eastern but you can leave a message if you reach out outside of those hours. They will typically get back to you promptly within a couple of business days.
Please feel free to let me know if you have any additional questions or if I can be of any help. Reply here, or you can contact me via e-mail NGoble@CaregiverAction.org or by phone 202-454-3965.
Nichole
Thanks Patty
Thanks Nichole