The rehab facility can work to get him into a "sober house" or half way house.There are many avenues to go down and they come with restrictions, of course. He wouldn't be homeless if he took advantage of some of the programs. There's a lot out there and you could research it yourself. I would be more inclined to throw some money at a place like that instead of supporting him at home. It's much healthier for everyone. Most don't require money but you know what I'm saying...
Mention this to him; I'm sure he's aware of what's available. A person needs to really commit to getting clean and it may take a long time. But, balanced against the rest of his life, it's worth the time and effort!
thanks vicky I do appreciate it It gets very frustrating and depresses me to no end .... I hope this time does work he has followed up afterward with outpt 90 meetings in 90 days etc but never seems to last ....I am trying and am going to encourage him but right now he has no where to go after rehab will keep you updated
Hi there- These situations are always so sad...
Letting him stay with you would really be enabling him. Maybe there are other ways like being supportive and encouraging. You can't lose! He should be encouraged to get a new job,and a new apt. It may take time and he may be in a one room apt for awhile but, at least it's his and should make him feel good.
Has he continued with rehab or aftercare the other two times? He needs to do that, as well. It will keep him accountable or at least help.
Stay in touch!
My son is 26 yrs old and I just don't know what to do This is his 3rd time in rehab for heroin he lost his job his apt and his girlfriend of 6 yr he has a dui pending .....I went to his apt after finding out about his job loss and he admitted he was using and suicidal He asked if he could go get help and move back in with me but we have been there and done that I just don't know what to do .... He is rehab currently and I am afraid to have hime live with me ..I have been robbed and lied to and I am afraid he will hurt himself and afraid this will not work again ....
I just feel like if he starts gain I am going to have to throw him out on the street ..... any suggestions
To IBKleen: Thank you for your reply. My son has had inpatient and outpatient treatment and once in 2003 was help on a 5150 because of a drug induced manic state. Last year he left the inpatient 2 weeks early but was doing well until last month. He has seen vairous pdocs and therapist but he never sticks with them. I have provided aftercare treatment with a therapist and pdoc and he's gone to NA...but he quits after a few months and feels he's doesn't need it after awhile. Being an adult, there's not much we can do, other than be here when he decides to get help. You're right, it's a life time disease but he's in denial right now. Thank you for your comments.
Cathy: I'm very happy to hear your daughter is doing well now! I do agree with you, he has to be made responsible. I have to let him fall or he will never get help! His dad (my ex) bails him out a lot. He has been in denail and thinks throwing money at him and paying for his education will change things. This has made it hard for my husband and I to do what we know is best for my son. His dad is at the end of his rope and it's only a matter of time he'll cut our son off until he agrees to get help.
Today I feel stronger and realize I can't allow my son to destroy my life along with his. What is most difficult is when he phones late at night crying his eyes out. After I try to console him, I lay awake all night worrying. Funny but it seems when he's more angry or acts more that he doesn't need anyone, I don't feel as bad. Although, the nights are the worst. Some how this has to stop. One way or another we'll get through this.
I thank you so much for your support!
Thanks for your prayers and my prayers go back to you as well!
Dmom55
hi, so sorry to hear about your son...i can relate, been there. my daughter is 23. she is clean now, and as hard as it was she had to hit bottom. i had to go the tough love route, not easy..i love her. she now has a baby is doing great, but it took time. you have to make them responsible for themselves and their actions. if they use drugs they suffer the consiquences, whatever they are. if you enable them they will never get to the bottom. you are not alone, i feel your pain. keep posting and you will get more replys.
i will keep you in my prayers.
cathy
Hello and Welcome!
I can hear your pain as you type. I have to ask, after rehab..did he get aftercare treatment? I ask because this is a lifetime disease and needs lifetime treatment. If he stops working on his problem, he will start using again. That is my experience.
I know he is your son and I also agree with tough love. But until he has all the treatment that is available, well...I don;t think you will turn him out.
So, what happened after the inpatient treatment?