Hi @Alyson1 ,
I’m sorry to read about your situation and how your Christmas has been affected. I can see you’ve already been given some great support and advice which I’m sure has been helpful.
I hope you don’t mind me taking a moment to echo what the others have said about talking to others who understand what you’re going through. It’s really important to remember to look after yourself too. We have a dedicated webpage specifically for those caring for their loved ones. You can find a hub of information here including advice on self-care. Caring for someone close to you after a stroke | Stroke Association
Below is some information about other support from the charity that could help too.
If you’d like to speak to someone on a one to one basis, we have weekly volunteer calls where you’ll be matched with a carer who has had similar experiences as you. You can receive weekly calls for eight weeks, at a time and day that’s best for you. You can find out more here
If you haven’t contacted them already, please reach out to our Stroke Support Helpline for information and advice 0303 3033 100. They can also point you in the right direction for support groups in your local area.
We also have our Online Activities where we offer a range of virtual sessions that are held on zoom. These sessions are available for both stroke survivors and carers and are often used as a source of respite. Online Stroke Activities | Stroke Association
I hope the above has been helpful in some way. If you have any questions about the information I’ve given or need anything else, please don’t hesitate to tag me or one of the team by using our username and the @ symbol.
Wishing you all the best for the rest of the day.
Nicola