Family & Friends of Bipolar Support Group

This community is dedicated to parents, siblings, grandparents, other relatives and friends of someone who is Bipolar. The purpose of this community is to help families and friends develop greater patience and understanding, as well as maintain a positive, caring relationships with those diagnosed as Bipolar.

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ImpalaBlack 03/18/2011

I have been trying to think of some ideas of things my mum can do, or she and I can do, so she doesn't end up getting really lonely and bored.

I'm findng it difficult as neither one of us have any money to spend on actvities and she isn't interested in much any more.

I am hoping that by showing her there are things she can participate in, it may stop her from getting very drepressed from feeling alone and being bored.

I call her everyday to talk and See her at least once a week for a few hours to spend time with her.

I have thought of the movies and taking her out to eat but I have no spare money at the moment.

I don't know maybe there isn't anything else to think of, but I just thought I'd ask.

debiwebby 03/20/2011

Well I know its hard when someone is depressed to get them interested in something, but I myself love to simply play board games like scrabble or cards. It can be a lot of fun if you play a fast paced type of game.
Another thing I love to do, especially since the weather is getting nicer now is to go fishing. It is so peaceful & relaxing & so fun when you get a bite! :D
How about bike rides or if it's nighttime, getting an ice cream cone and then taking her to the local airport and watching all the planes come in & take off til your ice cream is gone. That doesn't cost much. We used to do that with my grandmother.
I know some of these are kinda silly, but I hope it helped to spur you on to some new ideas. :)

deleted_user 03/20/2011

What does she like to do? My mom likes to still go to the library and pick out books to read. And she likes to use a game website called pogo.com they have lots of games for free that you play with other people around the world and you can chat with them as you play. I hope this gives you some ideas.

ImpalaBlack 03/21/2011

Thankyou both for answering, it has given me some good ideas thanks :)

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