Support for family members

[Guest guest]

Hello, I am new to the group. My husband is facing a highly probable diagnosis

of RA.

Does anyone know of a good online support group for spouses? I have gained so

much from reading through the archives on this group. But with that knowledge

comes a degree of fear, to be honest a great deal of fear. I have been trying

to research the positive outcomes, the hopeful scenarios. But in the back of my

mind I know anything could happen. I am struggling with how to be supportive

and not coddle or make him feel less than he is. I have tried reaching out to

our extended family, but they don't understand how the changes in his health

have impacted not only his life, but our life.

It is nice to see some men with RA contributing to the group, perhaps your wives

have found a good resource you could share?

Thanks,

Kate