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[quote=Anonymous]My husband has ADHD, depression, executive function issues, and a number of health issues - some chronic and a never-ending series of smaller injuries or complaints. At times I have been sick everything goes to hell in a handbasket and I've been extremely stressed about that. I'm certain he won't know how to care for me if it comes down to it, but he's also six years older and so unhealthy it feels more likely I'll be taking care of him long term. I handle most things now and he's only in his mid 50s.

My biggest concern is that if I die or grow incapacitated due to some unexpected illness or injury too much will fall into my kids' laps. Or worse yet, if something happens to me before they go to college they will have very little care and guidance.

There's nothing I can do about that. We have very little family. I hold up the world in a lot of ways. I just hope to stay safe and healthy for the kids. My husband refuses to be more competent and is pretty limited. There's no one else to help.

I don't sleep very well at night. [/quote]

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