Anniversary of Loved One's Death Especially Hard During Holidays

Photo credit Tim Doerfler Dear Carol: This January marks one year since my mother died. My dad adored her, as we all did, but he’s having a harder time adjusting than we kids, which I suppose is to be expected. Mom had cancer but her treatments proved to be ineffective so she eventually went on hospice care. With hospice help, Mom was coherent during the holidays last year. We got through it though, and dad did admirably well, considering the circumstances. I think he kept up a front for Mom’s sake. Once she died, which was mid-month, he fell apart and had only marginally recovered before this year’s holidays approached. The family struggled through a low key Thanksgiving and Christmas, but with the New Year and mom’s death anniversary coming up, I’m afraid for Dad. Though he made an effort over Christmas for the grandchildren, he’s now become depressed and withdrawn. I know that suicide is an issue for older people. I don't think he's that bad, yet, but I’m scared. – FM  Continue reading on Inforum for more about the difficulties of painful anniversaries during the holidays: General caregiving or incontinence questions? We’re here to help with ASK CAROL. Egosan wants to help you live your life fully: Try Sustainable Egosan premium underwear for discrete, dignified protection. For 20% off your first order on Amazon use promo Code: 20CareGivers. ***Egosan’s PEFC certification guarantees that their products are from sustainable, mana...
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