Assistance/housing for trouble loved ones

[Hillbilly910]

A feller i work with, has been having troubles with the mother of his children. Shes a drug addict/alcoholic, who has had help in the past, and must not want it. The trouble is, she keeps coming back, and he's just to soft hearted to turn her out, but do to money, and the fact he has 4 children varying ages, he dosent want her around. I think he has tried most of the common venues for such folks, but is there something else he can do?
This is in the state of Ohio. She owes the city money, so she cant get into most half-way houses or other such places which charge for their services, and likewise require a deposit.

I really feel for the guy, he made some mistakes as well in the past, but he moved on and recovered, did a great job raising his kids on his own. But just when it gets going for him, she shows up like a toothache.

Any help or thoughts would be appreciated.

[GrantH]

Have her arrested on a count of unpaid fines/bills to the city. Sounds harsh...but jail is safer than the streets. She gets fed, has no access to drugs, and has a roof/place to sleep.

[Hillbilly910]

Problem is thats an overnight fix, already been down that road. Jails are crowded, they shuffle them right back out on those charges.
He hasnt mentioned it last couple days, maybe he has worked it out, but im still open for suggestions.

[GoneCrappieFishing]

First off, she must be willing to seek help before help will come, so I hope that step is done. Then, if she sees that she has a problem, I know of a great place for her. It has no cost, and yes, they will fix her. She will work for her stay but will be a good clean, healthy atmosphere. I sent my nephew who was a big time drug addict, nuicence to society in about every way and he got straighted out by them. You can do a look up online. Heartland ministries is the name of the place. Its located in NE Missouri. My nephew been clean now over 3 years and is as good a citizen as you will meet now. Give them a try. Its a whole town/community and a great area for anybody to rebuild themselves. You work for your stay and your free to go. I mean its not a jail, just a place for those who want help to get it at no cost. Meals and stay are paid for by the work you do. Also you will have money given back to you once you leave the program. Lots of the ones there that help are former addicts who have stayed on to help others.

[Bassky]

i hear this alot nowadays. My suggestion is like gonecrappiefishing's. I know of a place called Reclamation Ranch, ran by a Christian man and his wife, Jack and Karen. I know them personally and they are good people that really care! Women's home is called Rachel Academy for Girls/Women. 205-647-1414. Praying for him, his wife and family.
Bassky

[kycreek]

Hope it works out.

[DENNIS WILLIS]

I hope all works out for them and I must say you are a true friend to try and help out, the world needs more people like you.

[jeepguyjames]

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