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| Posted by Barbara Armstrong Green |
Have you ever been faced with helping a loved on who is battling cancer? What are some of the ways you might help? Our creative
friends at Care.com gave us a great idea for helping a loved one who is
battling colon cancer. The idea is to
develop a practical list of ways that friends and family can support their
loved one.
That got me thinking about some great ways my family and
friends supported my sister in her four-year battle with colon cancer. Soon after she was diagnosed, a group of friends and colleagues organized a meal schedule. Each day a different delicious meal arrived. Two other friends showed up to weed her garden because they knew what comfort it would give her.
Other ideas to help and lift a loved one's spirits:
- Spend time with a loved one during long chemotherapy sessions.
- Bring music to lighten the mood during hospital visits.
- Help tidy up when he/she doesn't have much energy.
- Help with shopping or small chores.
- Plan a fun outing.
- Listen.
Your Turn: Share an idea in the comment box below. You might just make a difference for someone struggling with cancer. And don’t forget to click back to the Susie's Cause web site for more information on colon cancer.
http://www.care.com/senior-care-how-to-help-a-parent-who-has-cancer-p1017-q21716579.html
Medical Disclaimer
The information presented on the Susan Cohan Colon Cancer web site is solely intended to provide you with information that will help educate you on the importance of diet, exercise and regular cancer screening in maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Adopting these habits is an individual choice and one that should only be made after consultation with your health care professional. No information provided on this Web site or otherwise offered is intended to replace or in any way modify the advice of your health care professional.
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