Hi Jack351,   Thank you for contacting the online community.    I see you made another post in another part of the online community. So I'm adding a link here to connect the two conversations.  You'll see we've provided some additional resources there to support you.   Warmly,   Elizabeth ... View more

I am sorry to hear what you are going through. It is difficult enough to hear the news of your wife’s diagnosis and then to experience the break down of your relationship in this way is an additional grief for you.     I see you made another post in another part of the online community. So I'll just pop a link here to connect the two conversations.    Here is a link to our Cancer Connect - Caring for someone with cancer webpage. On this page, you can search what supports might be available in your area, such as counselling that you might find helpful. And I’m also attaching here a link to a pdf of our Caring for someone with cancer resource that you may like to download for future reference.    Elizabeth   ... View more

Hello JaneD,   Thank you for posting. I'm so sorry that you and your husband are facing this. A prostate cancer diagnosis is difficult enough on its own, but when someone is already living with severe depression and anxiety, it can feel overwhelming for everyone involved.   I wonder whether he might be willing to speak with his GP or cancer care team about how he is feeling. It is possible that they have experience supporting people who were already struggling with their mental wellbeing before a cancer diagnosis and can help address how this may be affecting his willingness to engage in medication reviews, counselling, and cancer treatment.   You may also find it helpful to seek support for yourself, as you navigate the challenges you are both facing. Cancer Council's Information and Support service 13 11 20 can provide information about counselling and telephone support groups for carers of people affected by cancer.  We also have podcasts and a booklet for Carers. https://www.cancercouncil.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/Caring-for-Someone-with-Cancer-2023.pdf    I hope that, by reaching out here, you will gain a sense that you are not alone. There are people, services, and supports available to help both you and your husband through this difficult time.   Take care,   Elizabeth   ... View more

Hello Sanna1320,   Thank you for sharing your difficult news with the group. I am very sorry to hear about your mother's diagnosis. It sounds like you are carrying a lot right now, trying to stay strong for your mother and deal with all your own feelings about your mother being so unwell.     I can see there are times you feel overwhelmed and don't know what to say or do. I am hoping you find support here on the online community,  so you feel less alone.  It's good to hear that you are connected with palliative care and please do reach out to the Cancer Council number on 13 11 20, to see if there are any face to face groups on the North Coast.  If that is not possible, you might like to join our telephone support group for Carers.  You can read more about the groups and how to register here: https://onlinecommunity.cancercouncil.com.au/t5/Talking-with-Others/Telephone-Support-Groups/ta-p/35640    Elizabeth ... View more