Northside Debt Advice, Invercargill
Run by people who have been through caring for an aging parent and parenting a struggling teen themselves.
Tue to Sat, 10 to 6
For adult children caring for parents. Talk with people in New Zealand who know what it is like, find help near you, and join the worldwide circle too. Free, always.
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Run by people who have been through caring for an aging parent and parenting a struggling teen themselves.
Tue to Sat, 10 to 6
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โHi, you. I was in the same place eighteen months ago. Back then it was the care assessment. These days I mostly feel like me. From someone who gets it.โ
โI was right where you are two years ago. Dad fell twice this month. That was my life. Yesterday I booked a holiday. It doesn't stay this heavy.โ
โTo someone just starting out caring for an aging parent: I know it feels like your life isn't your own anymore. I've been there. The appointments, the forms, the constant worry. It's okay to be tired. It's okay to ask for help, even if some people let you down. Celebrate the small wins, like a good day or a smile. Look after yourself too, even if it's just ten minutes with a cup of tea. You're doing a good job, even when it doesn't feel like it. And other people are going through the same thing, even if it feels like they're not.โ
โA note for the next person. I was where you are eighteen months ago. I remember driving two hours every weekend like it was yesterday. Today I went for a walk and didn't cry once. Praying for you.โ