Desperate

[thenewageriseth]

I don't know what else to do. Me or my mother. Meanwhile, my dad's passed on...and my crazy autistic sister has been driving us UP a wall...

She has been ripping things apart. (Like my stuffed horse) She has been yelling at the top of her lungs. We realized that her tooth's been needing attention, and so far have not found any dentists that could do the job without pulling out the tooth (My uncle helped a lot in searching, though) The only option is the local Dental School. But I dunno when or how Mom's gonna schedule that, since I have to register for school.
Mom might be stuck with the brat unless she gets help from someone (other than me)...meanwhile, we've gotten some Vicodin and some Amoxycillin, but still the brat insists on staying up and bothering us...

So I dunno...has anyone had this problem before?
We were told that the girl does it for ATTENTION, but she does get attention from us...
I'm getting pretty tired of her....
Sometimes I wonder is there really a God who cares???

 

[thenewageriseth]

Not to sound mean, but my mother and I are at our wit's end and we feel (or at least I feel that God don't seem to care)....

 

[gracechick]

I'm so sorry you lost your father. From what I've been told loosing a parent is one of the most difficult things that one has to face in this life.

I don't know much about having autistic relatives. I was wondering what your church situation is? It sounds like you and your mom are quite understandably burned out. It would be good for you both to find some Christian help and if there are any community services or programs your sisters could be a part of. It never hurts to keep asking and keep checking into new possibilities.

As for feeling like God has left you at this point I suspect we all have those times in our lives. Keep listening to your favorite praise music, keep asking God those questions you have and keep reading the promises that He has left us with in His Word.
After all He knows how bad this world gets. He lost His Son to save each one of us. So don't ever forget that He has been there in ways none of us will ever experience. I just feel the Lord is telling me to tell you that He loves you Very much and has not forsaken you

 

[thenewageriseth]

Thanks for the support. We actually don't have a home church but there is a church we went to that passed out free food to passer-bys and not just members...

 

[Sabertooth]

It really takes God's grace.

You may want to do a study on the word "grace" as it appears in the Bible.

 

[LovebirdsFlying]

I totally understand your frustration and your need to vent. I have an aunt who is mentally retarded, and since my grandparents raised me for part of my childhood, my aunt is in many ways more like a sister. I know what it's like to live with her. Things can be very frustrating. I sometimes felt that my needs didn't matter, because I wasn't retarded. It seemed like she always got her way (because the doctor had said she could have seizures if she was emotionally upset) and was the constant center of attention. And you weren't free to express your frustration, because what kind of person would that make you, to get angry at a person who can't help it? I understand those feelings completely.

I'm sorry I don't have a solution, and I realize the words sound hollow, but I wanted to say that yes, there is a God in Heaven who cares and feels it with you. I believe everything happens for a reason, and will all work out for the best in the end.

 

[GryffinSong]

I'm so sorry for all you and your family is going through. I lost my dad this spring, and on top of everything else you're going through, I can see where you'd all be at the end of your ropes.

That said, I think you might want to consider having your sister's tooth pulled ASAP. Obviously she's in pain, and unless the tooth is removed or fixed quickly, this situation will continue. I can't even begin to imagine what she must be going through. Suffering in pain, but with no way to stop it. No wonder she's acting out.

Is there a health support system around? Someone who could take her to the dentist? I just hate to see all of you in so much turmoil and pain.

Hugs and good luck!

 

[thenewageriseth]

I'm so sorry for all you and your family is going through. I lost my dad this spring, and on top of everything else you're going through, I can see where you'd all be at the end of your ropes.

That said, I think you might want to consider having your sister's tooth pulled ASAP. Obviously she's in pain, and unless the tooth is removed or fixed quickly, this situation will continue. I can't even begin to imagine what she must be going through. Suffering in pain, but with no way to stop it. No wonder she's acting out.

Is there a health support system around? Someone who could take her to the dentist? I just hate to see all of you in so much turmoil and pain.

Hugs and good luck!

Yup. But the odd thing is that she kept being referred and passed over to people with no end. Finally Mom has found a place that will do the JOB effectively, but it is in the 'burbs, and she needs transportation. She will find some transportation...

 

[gracechick]

I will be praying. Keep posting how things are going please