I don't feel like I should post because I had a good childhood so I haven't experienced what some of you have in that regard. I just wanted to say I had a pretty traumatic event when I was 16. My godmother was there for me to talk or vent to whenever I felt like what I had to say would be too much for my parents to hear. I never lived with her but she has had a profound presence in my life. Never underestimate the effect you can have on someone just by being there for them. That I believe you can do Cow.