My stepmother stopped us being with Dad when he died and I’m devastated. The Guardian.
Dear Annalisa My dad died nearly two years ago, following a very short illness. He lived a long way from me and my two sisters after…
My husband has dementia and I feel abandoned by my family. The Guardian.
Dear Annalisa My husband was diagnosed with dementia three years ago. He is now in respite care, which will turn to permanent care as I am…
I’m worried about my sister, who is in her 90s and lives alone. The Guardian.
Dear Annalisa I am in my 80s and my sister is in her 90s. I am her main carer and only other family member. I visit…
Children should steer clear of their parents’ sex lives. The Guardian
Dear Annalisa A few months ago, my 68-year-old father gave me his old laptop. But he hadn’t logged out of an account, and I discovered he…
I struggle to cope with dad since mum’s death – he can be abusive. The Guardian
Dear Annalisa I have a difficult relationship with my dad, who is in his 70s. He is introverted, judgmental and insecure whereas I am not. I…
I’m living in a senior community and rarely see my family. The Guardian
Dear Annalisa I am a woman of 75. My son just moved me to a senior community. I had lived with him and my grandson for…
My mother has become increasingly opinionated and upsets people. The Guardian
Dear Annalisa My mother, 80, is a very intelligent, educated, articulate woman, who goes out a lot and has many interests. Over the past five years…
Annalisa Barbieri 