I am so sorry @Eridh79 that you are going through this terrible situation. Yes, many of us have been in your situation… Anyone ill with schizophrenia says awful things to their loved ones. It isn’t fair, but it is the illness talking, not the person you used to know. The right meds could help. I personally believe only the right meds can really help.
Good luck and God bless you and your family.
I am so sorry. I have known other family members accused by their loved one of similar things. This is the illness, not the person. Continue to learn about the illness and do what you can to help your loved one get help and on medication. Look at the NAMI.org website if you have not already done so. They also have support groups and a Family-to-Family class which I highly recommend if it is available in your area.
Hi, Sounds like you’re developing some good safety nets. I fully own a two family home I hope to have my son live in after I’m gone and rent the other side to help him with expenses.
I’m also just legal guardian but would need a guardian after I’m gone. Hiw did you find someone and set that up? Thanks.
My son went to Menninger’s and it was a waste of money! They use rubber rooms and are archaic. They never found the right Med to help him.
My friend’s daughter is in The Pavillion run by McCleans in MA. She’s getting great care but for $50,000 she should be. It’s a shame this treatment isn’t available to everyone.
I do know my son was never violent unless he smoked weed or did another drug. Your son needs a DUAL DIAGNOSIS treatment center. Dealing with just one issue won’t help the other. Few places truly treat both simultaneously but they do exist.
The best way to take charge of the situation is to ask for Emergency Guardianship WHEN he’s in the hospital. You can only be granted it immediately when he’s in the hospital. Then work with a lawyer to get permanent guardianship ASAP. Thad way, you will be informed of his medical treatments and be able to make decisions as to medical care, living arrangements, etc. if you feel it wouldn’t be good for your relationship then ask for a court appointed guardian. I can’t stress how important it is to get a legal guardian ASAP.
Stay strong and best wishes to you.