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<blockquote data-quote="trinityroyal" data-source="post: 259478" data-attributes="member: 3907">I am so sorry that you're having to deal with such a distressing situation.I agree with Witz. I have to wonder what sort of plan the hospital would put in place for your difficult child, were he not in a position to come home.I do think it's worth looking into some sort of group home, assisted living facility or transitional housing. It is nearly impossible in a family home situation to provide the level of structure and supervision that some of our kids need to get stable and become functioning.It's difficult to accept that some of our kids may never be able to function independently, regardless of how intelligent they are. My difficult child is one such. He can't live at home, but he would not last even a few hours out on his own. Assisted living has been a godsend for our entire family. Your difficult child might be another. He may always need some level of help in order to function in the world.I'm not sure what services are available in your area, but I would really start advocating for your son to be placed in some sort of assisted living, for his safety and peace of mind, and yours. I hope you're able to find answers that fit your situation soon.Trinity</blockquote>

[QUOTE="trinityroyal, post: 259478, member: 3907"] I am so sorry that you're having to deal with such a distressing situation. I agree with Witz. I have to wonder what sort of plan the hospital would put in place for your difficult child, were he not in a position to come home. I do think it's worth looking into some sort of group home, assisted living facility or transitional housing. It is nearly impossible in a family home situation to provide the level of structure and supervision that some of our kids need to get stable and become functioning. It's difficult to accept that some of our kids may never be able to function independently, regardless of how intelligent they are. My difficult child is one such. He can't live at home, but he would not last even a few hours out on his own. Assisted living has been a godsend for our entire family. Your difficult child might be another. He may always need some level of help in order to function in the world. I'm not sure what services are available in your area, but I would really start advocating for your son to be placed in some sort of assisted living, for his safety and peace of mind, and yours. I hope you're able to find answers that fit your situation soon. Trinity [/QUOTE]

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