US EditionDear Annie: Casual Friendship Becomes Laborious when Woman Suffers Medical Issues
A longtime friend providing extensive care to Loretta faces strain from managing appointments and transportation amid Loretta's ongoing health and personal crises.
- Recently, the letter writer, longtime friend and former coworker, says she can no longer continue helping Loretta after over 20 years and seeks guidance on ending her caretaking role.
- Loretta experienced financial difficulties, a marital separation and an attempted suicide; she was hospitalized for two months, now has mobility problems and recently declined the local pain management option.
- The friend has driven logistical support, including using a citywide transportation service, and accompanied Loretta to several doctor visits despite a payment offer, which the writer says isn't the issue.
- The caregiving role has become emotionally and practically overwhelming for the friend as Loretta's husband and daughter are unavailable and her 21-year-old daughter doesn't drive.
- Encourage Loretta to lean on family and the citywide transportation service the letter writer arranged, and tell her gently but firmly that the writer can no longer manage or transport her.
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Dear Annie: How do I end my role as a reluctant caregiver?
Dear Annie: I previously worked with a woman, “Loretta,” who I’ve maintained a relationship with for over 20 years. We were never close, meeting-for-lunch type friends—more of a talk-once-a-month type. However, this changed when Loretta experienced financial difficulties, a marital separation and attempted suicide.
Dear Annie: I can’t be my friend’s caretaker anymore
Dear Annie: I previously worked with a woman, “Loretta,” who I’ve maintained a relationship with for over 20 years. We were never close, meeting-for-lunch type friends -- more of a talk-once-a-month type. However, this changed when Loretta experienced financial difficulties, a marital separation and attempted suicide. She was hospitalized for two months and, as a result, has mobility problems. I have gone to several doctor visits with her. I’m o…
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