Hi,
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Originally Posted by Dejibo
its a double edge sword. I HAVE called Social services.
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You need to talk to an MD, Social Worker, or lawyer not associated with Social Services.
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Well, my mother is being abused. I think that is my business! my niece slips further and further away each year. That IS my business!
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Your mother deserves better but as long as she refuses to ask for help for herself she makes it difficult. Does your mother have an MD that she would talk to?
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IF and thats a big if my mother decides to end this, how would she get this unmotivated girl some help? I advised her to go to the ER and speak to them about her. DONT let her represent herself as she will lie. Tell them the truth and that she CANNOT come back to your house when they are done. Hopefully social services will put her in a half way house. My mom has told me several times she is at that point.
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Your mother can call Social Services herself and tell them the truth.
You cannot motivate the niece unless you have the cooperation of your mother. You CAN motivate your mother. Keep talking to her.
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