Posted on behalf of Ildiko 22/07/17

I was 67 when I was diagnosed. I don't know your circumstances, but I had been healthy and was still working full time. It was a profound shock that it could happen because like many who share this problem, " it was never going to happen to me"! I will be 72 in September, still working (I like it and it's good for me!) and getting on with life, including 2 grandchildren I didn't have at 67. So take heart. Your life hasn't run away, it's taken a turn that you didn't plan and may never want, but there can still be many things to look forward to. In addition to all the good advice already given, I would suggest taking one day at a time, don't Google (it never helps and can scare you silly) and don't spend time worrying about problems that may happen. They may not ever happen. Best wishes.