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[quote=Anonymous]I have not had this happen but it sounds really frustrating.

My dad had something similar happen - he has two brothers and one was estranged for years due to mental illness and refusing to get help. When their dad was ill he came back into the picture to "make amends" but it was clear he just wanted a hand out. He had been written out of the will, but once he was back he pleaded his case to his dad that if he had some money he would finally get the help he needs, etc. Well, he was written back into the will, eventually got his money, and guess what... he has never been heard from again. My dad and his other brother pleaded with their father not to just give him money but said that if he insisted on giving him something to do it in a structured way that pays only for doctor bills or whatever. He ignored that.

I think you have two choices - give your sibling the benefit of the doubt and give her a chance, or decide you're done and hold strong. You owe her nothing to help her with her own issues - although it's nice to lend emotional support - despite what your sick parent requests.

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