I'm the primary caregiver for my 88y/o Mom who lives in a Independent Living facility She has a lot of medical issues that need to be supervised and followed up on a regular basis. This blog has already helped me so much. I too use the Serenity Prayer when I get resentful that my 2 siblings do very little with day/day care for my Mom. I have already gotten some good ideas from people on the blog and don't feel so alone. I am looking into a monthly support group in my area so I can connect with people that can relate to my feelings. Thanks everyone for your input.
running while dashing into the store is something that I would never do. Imagine the effect it would have on Your Mum if some Person hopped into Your car and drove off ?
I think a support group would be great, if you could find the people who could take the extra few hours to attend. An agency tried to start one in my area but because of lack of attendance the support group was cancelled. However, that doesn't mean it can't happen in your area. That could be an interesting project for you - designing what the structure and content of the group, looking for available space, advertising. I tried running a couple of support groups in the past for chronic unemployment and learning disabilities. The key is to persist until you get the members, and accept fluctuations in attendance. I say, go for it!
Oh, and I ride motorcycles for recreation. Just me, my bike and the wind and a winding, slightly hilly country road.
Grace + peace
Bob