Hi Glenc
Firstly I’m sorry that you have got Multiple Myeloma and I hope that your first lot of treatment goes well.
I’m in a similar situation to you, I live alone and am due to have the Stem Cell Transplant in late September/Oct, having completed 4 months of DVTd
One of my biggest worries is being on my own at home and hoping that I will cope OK. I don’t have any immediate family and will rely on friends and neighbours for support/shopping etc. It’s all the cleaning, washing and avoiding of infection that worries me. I don’t really want to have anyone live with me as my house is very small. Some friends have offered for me to stay with them, but being in your home is much easier.
I know everyone’s experience will be different and some will cope better than others. If only we had a crystal ball!
I have had support from an organisation call First Community Health and Care who have provided me with all sorts of equipment to help, such as shower stool, perch stool, toilet frame etc. I’m hoping this won’t all be necessary but it’s here if I need it. The main thing is to build up strength and eat well, to help with recovery.
I’ll let you know how it goes
Wishing you all the best
AmandaM
