Is it my place to get this woman treatment?!
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I really don't think so.
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I really don't think so.
When approaching a mountain--with a rock faced wall--straight up--unless you are a professional rock climber--I do not think a nonprofessional should attempt to climb it. Then think of being half way up and losing control--what then. I think you should back away as gracefully as possible--from climbing this mountain. Just my opinion.
DEFINITELY NOT
LOL no it isn't BUT maybe Zuch, if you did get all the information and pamphlets you can re treatment and hand them to the woman IT might solve the first question you asked re this matter... lol
you can suggest it to her but that is only as far as you should go.
No, it is absolutely not your place. If her children are in any way suffering from her behaviour, you could call Child Protective Services, but that's all.
She may be happier living that way, and if it's not harming anyone, no treatment is necessary.
No, I don't think so. If you wanted to get involved, sure, and as Jen said there are lots of brochures and things ... BUT ... there are all sorts of problems with doing that ~ you don't know her very well, her kids and yours go to the same school, this sort of thing can bite you on the bum ...
It might be time to simply withdraw, be less available, etc, an occasional coffee or chat at the tuck shop, but minimise the time you have available for her and oull out slowly but surely.
Good luck, Zucchinis, this is a tricky situation especially because of the kids ... but it is definitely NOT your responsibility.
Take care :-)
OH NO ZUC THIS IS A BUILDING ON FIRE RUN FOR YOUR LIFE...SAVE YOURSELF AND YOUR KIDS..DO NOT GET SUCKED INTO THIS
mm i guess its totally up to you.if it were you and you knew you had a problem and you had kids would you like it if someone stepped up to the plate and helped .if not for you but for your kids? god gives us obstacles and also leads us to those who are in need of help but don't know how to get it on their own so he sends his servants,us, or his angles.
i am a helper... if i see a homeless person on the street i don't judge i give him a dollar or two and wish him well.he remembers it more that he remembers those who turn their noses up at him and just because hes the way he is. remember all the good you do may not be remembered or even seen in this life but it will be written in to the book of life and seen by god... help those who are in need if you can and if you don't understand how to help them find someone who can... next time you go to their home take a friend that specializes in this sort of disorder then you can be released from it and let the third party take over....
cheers
Jo
PS its easy to not get involved to turn a blind eye... but its a chalange to actually step up and help..
"what would jesus do" ignore and walk away or stop and help?
No, I don't think it should be your responsibility. Although it's not normal behaviour, as long as there aren't children in the house, then they are not hurting anyone.
I've seen on TV people like that, with absolutely filthy homes yet to look at the person you would never guess it, they seem completely well adjusted.
I dont agree that it is your place to get this person treatment, as you really arnet in that profession to do so.
However I feel that you are being a little harsh on this family and judging them by how there house looks. I also feel you really didnt want to be friends with her either. Just because someone may have an disorder or mental illness etc, etc doesnt mean you should ditch them. I feel that is being shallow. A true friend will stick by their mates and help them through their tough days, by listening and just supporting them when they need it.
You must of had a connection with her, and felt like this could be a great friendship up until you walked into her house. I honestly feel if you cant see past her untidiness then I think you are the one with the problem. People dont come to see you house, they usually come to see You!
Thats my opinion on this subject!