Hi and welcome to Cancer Chat NZ. I’m sorry to read of your dilemma – this must be a tough time for you. Does your Dad have other support close by? Sometimes it can help to find out more about the type of treatments he may be having and support services in place for him – perhaps with his permission you could go to a doctor’s appointment with him or arrange to contact his doctor to get an idea of what may be ahead for your Dad? Cancer Society offices around NZ have support staff you can talk things over with. Sometimes in situations like this counselling can be helpful to assist with decision-making, and learning coping strategies.
You are really welcome to call the Cancer information nurses 0800 CANCER (226 237) or email us at info@cancersoc.org.nz
Best wishes,
Julie, Cancer Information Nurse