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My wife is suffering from deep depression after the passing of father only about 2 weeks ago. We live in Winter Garden fl. He lived and died in Ocoee fl.
There are therapy groups and physicians who deal with depression of all types in Winter Haven Florida, just google it. I am sure the hospice/hospital/nursing facility who helped care for your father in law would have much information about the best places to go and people to talk to. I have always found comfort in talking to someone who has walked in my shoes.
I too live in Florida and know there are many services for the sick and dying due to our large elderly population. Maybe even talk to your family doctor. Your wife's behavior is normal to some degree but should not be a permanent situation.
Thank you, palmtrees1, for providing wisdom and local resources for makado.
Makado, I'm so sorry for the loss your wife and you have suffered. You are suffering for her now, too, since you likely feel helpless to "fix" her grief.
Grieving is a process that takes time, so patience is a must. People also grieve in a very individual manner and it's not a straight line to "getting over it." We never get over it but we learn to incorporate it into our lives. Grief support, such as palmtrees suggested, can be very helpful. I hope that your wife can take advantage of this.
Meanwhile, the best thing you can do is listen and support her as she grieves. Don't try to fix it. Let her work it through. Suggestions (like the grief group) are good, but don't push too hard. Gentleness is the best approach. You can try again later if she won't go right away.
Please keep us posted on how you are both doing. Carol
Two weeks is not very long to grieve, have patience. I lost my mother last month and I was so tired afterward, my three brothers were exhausted too. If she is normally an active person, start planning some fun things, but give her space, tell her you have fun plans and would enjoy her company, but you will understand if she doesn't want to join you quite yet. If she's a homebody plan some fun things for yourself around the house, like plant a new garden in her fathers's memory, your wife will like that and maybe she'll want to join you in picking out plants or seeds. You are a very thoughtful husband, but sometimes these things can't be rushed.
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Based on your preferences, we provide you with information about one or more of our contracted senior living providers ("Participating Communities") and provide your Senior Living Care Information to Participating Communities. The Participating Communities may contact you directly regarding their services.
APFM does not endorse or recommend any provider. It is your sole responsibility to select the appropriate care for yourself or your loved one. We work with both you and the Participating Communities in your search. We do not permit our Advisors to have an ownership interest in Participating Communities.
II. How We Are Paid.
We do not charge you any fee – we are paid by the Participating Communities. Some Participating Communities pay us a percentage of the first month's standard rate for the rent and care services you select. We invoice these fees after the senior moves in.
III. When We Tour.
APFM tours certain Participating Communities in Washington (typically more in metropolitan areas than in rural areas.) During the 12 month period prior to December 31, 2017, we toured 86.2% of Participating Communities with capacity for 20 or more residents.
IV. No Obligation or Commitment.
You have no obligation to use or to continue to use our services. Because you pay no fee to us, you will never need to ask for a refund.
V. Complaints.
Please contact our Family Feedback Line at (866) 584-7340 or ConsumerFeedback@aplaceformom.com to report any complaint. Consumers have many avenues to address a dispute with any referral service company, including the right to file a complaint with the Attorney General's office at: Consumer Protection Division, 800 5th Avenue, Ste. 2000, Seattle, 98104 or 800-551-4636.
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There are therapy groups and physicians who deal with depression of all types in Winter Haven Florida, just google it. I am sure the hospice/hospital/nursing facility who helped care for your father in law would have much information about the best places to go and people to talk to. I have always found comfort in talking to someone who has walked in my shoes.
I too live in Florida and know there are many services for the sick and dying due to our large elderly population. Maybe even talk to your family doctor. Your wife's behavior is normal to some degree but should not be a permanent situation.
Good luck to you and keep us posted.
Makado, I'm so sorry for the loss your wife and you have suffered. You are suffering for her now, too, since you likely feel helpless to "fix" her grief.
Grieving is a process that takes time, so patience is a must. People also grieve in a very individual manner and it's not a straight line to "getting over it." We never get over it but we learn to incorporate it into our lives. Grief support, such as palmtrees suggested, can be very helpful. I hope that your wife can take advantage of this.
Meanwhile, the best thing you can do is listen and support her as she grieves. Don't try to fix it. Let her work it through. Suggestions (like the grief group) are good, but don't push too hard. Gentleness is the best approach. You can try again later if she won't go right away.
Please keep us posted on how you are both doing.
Carol