Loneliness Support Group

Loneliness is an emotional state in which a person experiences a powerful feeling of emptiness and isolation. Loneliness is more than the feeling of wanting company or wanting to do something with another person. Loneliness is a feeling of being cut off, disconnected and alienated from other people. The lonely person may find it difficult or even impossible to have any...

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RubyandToto
RubyandToto

Just joined and want to introduce myself. I have 3 disabled kids and have no help taking care of them  I cant get out to see anyone or make friends.  I'm feeling tremendously lonely and haven't been able to make friends for years. So I am walking out my door to say hi to this group. 

Community Leaderbobinmaine
bobinmaine
Hello rubyandtoto!

If you live in the USA, check with your local dept of Human services to find out what programs are available to give you help in caring for your kids. They will send someone to evaluate your needs and hire and agency to provide workers to take care of your kids to give you free time for yourself. You could potentially get this service for free if you are of low income.

God Bless
baybdots
baybdots
Yes there is help out there for you. You need time for yourself.
ifinallygetit
ifinallygetit
I have two kids on the autism spectrum so I can understand that loneliness you are experiencing. What keeps me going is the connections I have made online with others. It doesn't take the place of in person but it helps with the isolation. Look for online support groups for your kids disabilities. You will find parents in the exact same situation you are. It is such a blessing to know that you aren't alone with your struggles.

Also as others have said, look for services in your community. Look for respite care so that you can at least get out of the house
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