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Maddy3New Contributor
I recently broke my ankle and I'm incredibly sad because now I can't do anything, work, look after my grandbaby, anything! I live with my 81 year old Dad who is wonderful but I hate being helpless and I cried today in front of him. Not sure how I'm going to cope mentally for the time it takes to heal.
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NatureLoverSenior Contributor
So very sorry to hear, @Maddy3 ! 😢
Sending wishes for you to cope... 🤞
Do you have any other support, like some friends or family?
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I hope you find the forums supportive...
In response to: Broken ankle sadness
TheWayCasual Contributor
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Help us push aside the stigma and discrimination surrounding complex mental health and change the way people talk about, and care for, mental illness.
SANE acknowledges the Traditional Owners of Country throughout Australia and recognises the continuing connection to lands, waters and communities. We pay our respect to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures; and to Elders past and present.
SANE values diversity. We are committed to providing a safe, culturally appropriate, and inclusive service for all people, regardless of their ethnicity, faith, disability, sexuality, or gender identity.
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