I too have no family that I can count on. When I was horribly ill with breast cancer and desperate for care, I called on my bubble head sister. Long story short, she never showed, cashed in the plane ticket I sent her, and well...broke the final straw of trust. I have learned that my friends, are MUCH more reliable. There are services available for folks going through such events. Please call your local churches, and ask if they have any helpers. They frequently have folks on standby to help the community in times of trouble. From baby sitting, to some to give you a ride to and from appointments. Even if you dont now, and never plan on going to that church, give them a ring.

I am so proud of you for being brave enough to step back up to that plate. WOO! way to go! Hang in there.