papasangel

Close Bereavement
Type: Loss of a Parent

I cared for my father for 13 months prior to his death. He had a diabetic ulcer and needed 24/7. In October of 2008, 11 months after he moved in with us, we found out he had liver cancer. By early December he was gone.

Treatments

Crying Working / Worked

It is quite a relief to allow myself to cry, but not always so easy to do.

Grief Counseling Working / Worked

I started seeing a counselor 3 weeks before my father died and continued to do so for several months. It completely helped me know what to expect from myself, my family, friends. It helped me accept that I was grieving and that it was okay.

Pets Working / Worked

I love my dog Jake... he's my faithful companion.

Talking Working / Worked