How to cope

I (27F) am an only child. My parents are both 62. One parent with multiple sclerosis and one who is in kidney failure and suffered a massive stroke 6 weeks ago. My mothers siblings cannot help and my fathers siblings have their own lives. I don’t have a partner or friend I can/would ask to help with things. Most of my friends are married with their own families.

I am just trying to find ways to cope with the stress of it all falling on me. I have come to the conclusion I need to hire a cleaner for my parents home. I only live 15 mins away but spending several hours a week cleaning their home on top of driving to appt’s, working two jobs myself and attempting to keep myself afloat is a lot.

Might be a lot to ask but if anyone has suggestions or tips to not drive myself insane, would be appreciated.

Posted Feb 16, 2026, 8:28 PM UTC

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