First I want to give condolences to the family of the deceased.  From my view point, it is a tragedy and a sad life for her.  Second, I want to show support for Eli as he was a victim that now faces a life of hardship.

I am probably going to get bashed by my view of the situation. There is a flipside to this story of her life & the life of those around her. I don't know what her diagnosis was, but from the description she may have had bi-polar disorder. This disorder, depending on the type, cant be truly devastating. I may as well say it...I view her as being a very selfish mother & I believe that the families support of her not taking medication has in part led to the situation Eli finds himself in. I suppose that he may suffer the same disorder as it does run in families. I think it is sad that a 21 year old Eli was aloud to stay with her and help her. There are professionals that have a difficult time dealing with people with a profound mental illness let along a 21 year old.