Jcampion

My alcoholic (and possibly drug user) daughter and her two children live with me. She told me in December she had a drinking problem and was going to quit. She has not been successful and there is indication she is also taking vicodin. I am at a loss. She goes to work, but by the time she gets home I can tell she has been using something. By early evening she is out of it. I would like to tell her to move out, but I worry about the safety of the kids (3 and 9). Her doctor has prescribed Ambien for her, so she is really not capable of being there for the kids. I am drowning, but feel trapped Any advice?

fantail

Hi J, Welcome!

That's a terrible conundrum (not wanting to support the daughter's substance abuse, but needing to protect your grandchildren). Unfortunately I don't have much advice but I'm sure others will. You can also ask over at the Friends and Family forum: Friends and Family of Alcoholics - SoberRecovery : Alcoholism Drug Addiction Help and Information I'm sure others in that group have been in similar situations.

Dee74

Welcome to SR jcampion - I know you'll find a lot of support here.

I recommend Al-Anon or Nar-Anon too - the more support you have the better I think - it may help you to make decisions.

to save confusion, I'm directing folks to your new thread in FFA

http://www.soberrecovery.com/forums/...dchildren.html

D

Anna

That is a really difficult position for you to be in, and I sent my prayers and good thoughts to you, your grandchildren and your daughter.