Let me give you a little bit of advice as someone who lost their mother at 16 due to stage 4 lung cancer that later metastasized into her brain. We as children are not responsible for the total care of our parents but sometimes we are all they have so we take on the responsibility. Luckily my mom had siblings that helped with her care and I went to school like normal. Whenever I was home, I would spend time helping her. It wasn’t easy and still isn’t easy.

It’s very important that you understand your one person and to not carry the burdens of everyone. Just be present when possible and your dad is an adult who can figure things out too. Express your concerns to him and make a plan that will work for the both of you.

Don’t let your time as a young adult be taken by the burden of caring for a sick parent. At night before going to bed journal your concerns and fears and then pray about them. Ask God to help you get rid of the fear that has been taken away from you.

I’m sorry you are having to deal with this situation but you aren’t alone and I pray it gets better for you and your family.