My youngest sister is battling with heroin addiction, and I am raising her two children.
As I've told you in the past, I really enjoy both roles, and I look forward to doing more work with you.
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IT was nice to be able to find support
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Hello, thanks for offering to help. My sister is battling with heroin addiction, and I am raising her children. It's quite a bit of pressure and responsibility.
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Hi! Of course. I am happy to help. Oh wow, that is really stressful. You are such a godo person for taking on her children. You should feel really good about yourself.
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Others,Affirmation and Reassurance
She has been in and out of rehab, and I see no end to her problems, other than a tragic one. Thankfully, the children are adjusting to it, probably because they are happy just to be in a stable environment.
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Are you raising them alone?
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I have a romantic partner who helps. I also have two of my own relatively young children. So, four in total.
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That's a lot of children! It's great that you have a partner who can help you. A dear friend of mine is in rehab and had to give up her children, it is really awful to watch. It makes me feel so helpless, so i understand how you msut be feeling.
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Thanks for being sympathetic and for the words of encouragement. Yes, needless to say, Child Protective Services were involved, and I was granted Foster Parent status. I'm sure your friend went down that road, sadly. Have you ever seen the video by the artist known as NF called "How Could You Leave Us?" I'm afraid that's what's next for these kids.
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Yes, she did. Her children seem very lucky to have you. Do they get along with your children? I haven't seen that, waht happens in it?
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They all get along famously. You can find that video on YouTube. It's a true story of how his mother died from heroin addiction. It's a powerful song. Hopefully, you never have to experience it. Heroin (opioids) just grabs hold of people and doesn't let go.
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That's so awful. the only thing you can do is show the kids love and make them feel cared for. Addiction is a truly awful disease, people don't appreciate the toll it takes on families.
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Affirmation and Reassurance,Affirmation and Reassurance
Thank you. One piece of good news. Her son went from failing most of his classes to making Honor Roll this trimester - that's what his advisor tells me. You've been really helpful and considerate. Chatting with you certainly made me feel better. I think we can end the support session at this juncture if you've met your session requirements.
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That's so good!!! I hope i was helpful!! have a great day and continue being such a good support for the kids. I am very impressed.
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Thanks so, much. Have a great holiday and we'll try to do the same.
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