BP carers caring alone

@Dadcaringalone

Hello @Dadcaringalone

I Figure this is a new thread. A new experience for me.

I'm interested in discussing helping bi-polar family members with bi-polar/MH issues that are manageable if you know how. In my case an adult son. In particular with dads trying to navigate the available mental health system. If we are an endangered species in this affluent Australian society which is exactly how I'm feeling, something is very wrong.

I’m on the receiving end here and looking for ideas.

I have a dim view of the hospital discharge system and some thoughts on how to improve that process for all concerned.

It has taken me two years to realise that the GP is perhaps a key coordinator of any other medical assistance that my BP son has been getting rather than uncoordinated medical assistance. We should be enjoying the footy, the outdoors and our homes without being an endangered species because we also stand by our family when they are in need.

A positive note:

The GP involved listened! And is now paying attention.

I am advised by the GP that incoming data from the associated medical professionals is being requested and collated.

They may even be talking to each other. A starting point at last and after nearly two years of reaching out for help. Im sure the treatment process will impove as a result.

Cheers