I know exactly how you feel. Many a time I’ve witnessed my mum drunk early in the morning. I’m pretty sure she drinks continuously through day and night any time she’s awake. I also can relate as my mum had a very good career working in mental health, worked very hard and took pride in herself. Now she neglects her basic personal hygiene whilst drinking. Literally doesn’t leave her bed unless it’s to eat which isn’t as regular as it should be or to clearly sneak to the shop. I’d say my parents have spent near on £60,000 on 5 different rehab centres and she’s still relapsing every few weeks/months. I’m not sure there is anything left for us to do, I’ve even taken her bank cards but she threatens to call police on me. She has done some pretty desperate stuff whilst drinking and the lies just roll off her tongue. This forum is helping me so much and I’ve asked my dad to look into something to support him. I just wish he would leave her and enjoy the rest of his life while he can. She isnt even nice to him. Infact she’s awful. I know he won’t though. I think the main thing is your mum knows you will support her no matter what. I don’t even talk to my mum when I visit my dad if she’s been drinking. Hope you and your mum are both okay x
