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Chicago Sun-Times
Chicago Sun-Times
National
Abigail Van Buren

Dear Abby: No one’s calling since my husband’s death, and I feel so alone

After my husband’s death, all the emotional support stopped — no family visits and no phone calls. If I don’t text, I have no contact with anyone. After a marriage of 55 years, I am now totally isolated and alone. I have meltdowns at times over nothing. Sleep escapes me. Grief counseling is shut down except for Zoom, and I don’t have a computer.

I know it takes years to adjust to a new way of life, but my mobility issues aren’t helping. I was always independent; now I feel like a burden. It takes me forever to get around. Abby, I’m not sure how to proceed from here. Any suggestions for moving forward? — TOO MUCH CHANGE IN FLORIDA

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