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Hi Randall,

Oh what an absolutely heartbreaking story. Im so sorry you are going through this I really am.

Ok, so the hard part is that sadly they need to leave, and you need to detach from this emotionally. Easier said than done I know, however you run the risk of great danger to yourself and your child if you don’t. This includes, dealers, other users and external agencies like social services.

You need to focus on your unit. Now bare in mind your mum and dad have been drug users for many years and over them years they would have learned how to survive. They would have better skills than us surviving on the streets etc.

I think one way to look at it is if your mum isnt taking care of her physical health then what can you do? It is sad I know but unfortunately her drug habit, housing situation and health is her/their responsibility.

Please focus on you and explain that they have to leave immediately, and offer them an open line of communication, along with details of support services so they can get help with their addiction if they aren’t already.

Be brave and stay strong. You’ve done all you can, but you have to protect yourself and your child.

Al Anon are a good service also for families affected by substance misuse.

Best wishes and keep talking

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