@Ninja
We all roll differently with the stress of a loved one being unwell, some certainly not as we hope! There was a post put up by @SoldierCrab recently - a free holiday in WA - Otis foundation offers for us all however the WA site says WA residents only
http://onlinenetwork.bcna.org.au/discussion/18488/otis-vacancy-right-nowPerhaps look into this for yourself and or to see if your son wants to join you. I did one here in Vic with my hubby, only need to worry about getting there and your food
Maybe that's what you both need a little holiday without pressure and just let him talk if he wants to
Just a thought!
Take care