Loneliness

Betty79

Hi this is my 2nd post I didn't relay all I wanted to in my first I stated I was diagnosed with RA in 2015 and I am extremely lonely and isolated and finding it hard to cope.

Any coping strategies will be extremely beneficial.

anneb82

Hi @BethanMoore

Welcome to the online community.

Please see your first message, where I have officially welcomed you and responded to your message. I also responded to this message there too.

I hope that you will find it useful.

Take care

Anne (Moderator)

Bee2

Hi BethanMoore,

I send my empathy out to you, I’m struggling myself the same as you (I have severe degenerative OA in hips, spine and knees). It sure is a great deal to deal with, especially on your own. I called the versus arthritis helpline yesterday. I am very isolated here also, it was really good to just bubble over and speak of what I’m going through. The lady I spoke with was very patient and most understanding. Bless her, I was grateful. I recommend giving them a call if things get too much for you too sometimes. It can be hard to open up when you’ve been dealing with tough pains of OA on your own, (I know all too well) but a listening ear is there if you need. Support is so very important. Keep in touch 👍

Betty79

Thanks for your message it means another sounds like you have alot to cope with, I feel for you.

Keep in touch

Beth.

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