Hi Craig, My partner of 18 years was also taken recently by bowel cancer and I am also devastated. However, I am still in reasonably good (physical) health and am able to look after myself. I can't imagine what it is like for you, you must be feeling fairly vulnerable right now. Do you get any NDIS assistance ? If not, you should get the ball rolling ASAP.  I'd be really surprised if your counsellor didn't tell you the same. Try https://www.ndis.gov.au/applying-access-ndis/how-apply.   Good luck Craig ... View more

I lost my wife four months ago and am struggling.   I found a Facebook group for windows and widowers which has been extremely helpful (do a search, it's called Late Night Widows and Widowers).   Counseling has also helped, but life truly is a nightmare.    I wish you all the best 💖. ... View more