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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]You are being manipulated

Figure out what you are willing to do and stick with it. Cut off conversation if he persists.
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Yes, unfortunately, this.

You could help him find a cheaper place to live?
Help him create a budget so he can live on his SS?[/quote]

His rent is already very cheap and he has terrible credit so finding a new place would be very hard, especially one that is even less expensive than what he has currently.

I do know there is manipulation at play here, I think it’s more I have a hard time when i’m presented with a scenario in which he acts like if I don’t help he will simply go without (medication, help with car repairs etc…)[/quote]

Being a good parent comes before being a daughter, even more so if the father was not very involved with you. This isn't about being too nice. You have to have boundaries and protect your own family you created. These are his issues. If he ends up in the hospital, they aren't going to release him to an unsafe situation. If he can't afford things, he needs to discuss that with a county social worker. You could also find out if Adult Protectivr Services can help him. They may know resources.[/quote]

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