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In reply to the discussion: This message was self-deleted by its author [View all]Sympthsical
(9,201 posts)I don't know these people, I'm not personally involved. I have enough going on without someone's internet mess. However, I get the idea others are more knowledgeable about everything. I just wanted to make it clear that in my (formerly) professional opinion, a case worker could be contacted in good conscience to ensure the mother's health and well-being. If someone does have means to speak with the mother to ensure her safety and support, I recommend it.
The only reason I'm piping up is because I noticed these threads through the sheer size of them and it piqued my interest as a former social services person who has experience in these issues. Outside of that, nope. Not my circus, not my monkeys. I already gave advice once about available services and was rebuffed/obfuscated. These latest descriptions of the situation are concerning. After months of advice, resource seeking, and cash infusions, if the mother is still going to the hospital and going to bed hungry, I feel like an outside party is better positioned to ensure her welfare.
It's the NQR thing. Something's off about the repeated refusal for help via social and other services. People don't willingly go to bed hungry when there are people and resources within reach. If I were in the local office and in the position, I'd remove the son from the equation and deal directly with the mother's welfare. I highly suspect she would have food that day.
The fact that that's (allegedly) not been happening for months is why I decided to say something. But, this is probably the end of my bit about it.