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[quote=Anonymous]I am sorry you are dealing with this. I am in a similar situation and posted a thread this weekend “hopeless and heartbroken”.  A lot of people shared in solidarity and had great suggestions without judgement, it might be comforting for you to read.

For our safety in our house we have all steak knives, scissors, and medication in locked cabinets. We have no weapons in the home. Our home is very bare. We changed my  bedroom door to a solid wood door with a deadbolt. This is where I go when she is in crisis. I have also started to keep my car keys in my purse and my purse stays in my room. We also have had to separate our family.

I have called 211 and mobile crisis but if she is in active crisis they request for the police. They will come to the home and help with de-escalation. Due to very traumatic experiences we do not opt for hospitalization anymore. We have done that twice and the last time was extremely traumatic and really offered no real change. I also recognize that for our safety we might get to a point that does require this again.

I have a parent navigator through NAMI and I enjoy talking with her. We have faced barriers with finding any programming,our biggest barrier seems to be our private insurance. If you do not already have a parent navigator through NAMI you could request one, they help you find services and are an additional support person.

I am so sorry you are dealing with this, I know first hand how scary, isolating, and sad it can be.

You are strong and I will be sending you lots of  love and positive thoughts. You are not alone.

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