I understand that wholeheartedly peter. I myself am very independent and do not want anyone taking care of me even though I do have a large family and a partner. I am looking into a memory long-term care facility in my area because I do have memory loss at this time. Before everything fails I just want to make sure I have my I's dotted n my T's crossed. Much love my friend. Stay strong.

My parents have been gone a long time, 1994 and 1998. What little fanilly I do have left, do not know of my diagnoses. We never connect much anyway. (Nieces and Nephews) But I do love my connection with all of you!!!!

My parents had a very rough year, last year. I'll preface by saying they are very well now. Dad is 82, mom will soon be 75 and currently very healthy.
2022: Mom fell ill (non-covid) in April and was to the point of being immobile. We had many doctor appts, hospital stays and plain worry with her. She bouced back around September and is about 95% to where she was prior to April. Dad endured 2 surgeries during mom's sickness. One in May and second in July.
I am their Healthcare PoA. My 2 brothers were very instrumental in their Care. As they rarely took initiative, they took direction very well. And that was perfectly fine. I could not have juggled my office and my parents care without them and their wives and Michael!

My parents have been dead for many years, long before my HIV diagnosis. I miss them still, but I’m also glad I would not have to tell them about my diagnosis. Also, it is a relief to know that unlike so many others my age I won’t have to do caregiving in my 50’s or 60’s. That was hard enough to deal with when I was in my 30’s.

I was not close to my father when I was younger. We never had much in common. My mother was a force of nature, and I adored her. Without warning, she dropped dead in ‘17 at 76. I suppose I have dealt with her loss by focusing on my dad’s care and managing the woodlands she loved. This has let me get to know my dad in his final years. He still annoys me in many ways, but this time together has reinforced that he’s a truly good person. I have no regrets related to my mother, and now I know I’ll have none with my dad.