Financial stress & chronic illness: Have you ever felt embarrassed to ask for help? 💸

Hi everyone,

Managing a chronic illness often comes with hidden (and not-so-hidden) costs, like medications, transport, missed work, dietary needs, specialist fees… It adds up. For many, the financial burden can be as overwhelming as the illness itself.

But asking for help isn’t always easy. Whether it’s from friends, family, charities, or government services, that conversation can bring up feelings of shame, guilt, or pride.

💬 So today, we’re opening up about this:

• Have you ever found the financial side of your illness hard to manage?
• Have you felt uncomfortable or embarrassed asking for help?
• What helped you cope, practically or emotionally?
• Is there something you wish others understood about the cost of being sick?

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Your voice might make someone else feel seen, or even a little less alone.

Take care,
Somya from the Carenity team 🌼