My mom has a similar situation so I feel for you. Her kids do little to keep in touch with her and nothing to help her out. She no longer drives so I driver her everywhere she wants to go. The problem is the cost of gas. I just cant afford the gas to go to many unnecessary places and plus, mom is depressed and turns down alot of offer suggestions. Its hard on me cause I am the only one of her kids willing to give, but hit road blocks alot. I am at a lost to help mom more without getting myself in a corner financially or emotionally.

Do you have any family or friends that can or will be there for you? If so, without being rude, take full advantage of them. Do you associate with a church or groups? If so, how can they be utilized to get you evolved and out of the house? Hobbies and interests you can do on your own and alone are also helpful. I am not big on tv watch ( I may be the only one on the planet that doesnt enjoy tv much ), but if you do and that works for you, do that to. The thing is to be proactive in your thinking and willingness to help keep your life fulfilling. Best to you.

I can see how that could be frightening. It falls upon you to remedy the loneliness and isolation .... these are things where you get out what you put into them.

There are disabled people ... worse than many, who are very socially 'busy' ... not lonely or isolated. It is up to you. I strongly suggest you investigate the volunteer opportunities in your area. This is something FOR YOU ... take it seriously.

I can understand how it can be scaring you to go back home and back to the same lace you were when you left ..........so when you get home you have to make changes ...no matter how hard it is .....you need to look for places that you can get help .....it is a good idea to get involved in a church group ....but you will also need to tell them what your problem is ....and your limitations ...so they can find a place for you .you will feel comfortable in ......there are support groups ....you can look for ....Google your city ...and see what you can find ...this might not be easy but it will be worth it ........I don't know ware you live but you could go outside and meat some people that live around you just say hi ..and see ware it goes .......I know there are some places that the people aren't to friendly. but there are plenty of places ware they are friendly ...........I am not sure of your age ...but if you are able they have old age centres ....many times at the Y and they can help with getting rides ...to and from ..........they have many activities.....but you have to be willing to get out of your house I don't know how much of a problem this is for you .....but if it is than you need to live one day at a time and fight very hard .....to get out of that .....I know what that is like ....I had to fight my way out of that same situation .....it was not easy but if you keep fighting and moving forward you can do it .......let me know how things go ...also you should ask the nurses if they can find out if there is any help or places to find friendships ....they might know ....some ware to start ...... ..take care ..I keep you in my prayers .....god bless

See if the Hospital can set up something for you like in home health care check ups or meals on wheels or something with social services. I hope that you will be okay.