I just found out that a 12 year old girl who is a friend of my neice is living in a shed with her mother, father and siblings. This shed is behind her grandmother's house. The father doesn't have a job right now and only the mother works. What should I do, if anything? Should I tell someone or just forget it? I can't sleep because of this and would appreciate only serious anwers. Thanks.
2006-08-18 20:09:52 · 9 answers · asked by The Nana of Nana's 7 in Family & Relationships ➔ Other - Family & Relationships
Well good grief what kind of Grandmother is she? You could just offer to help them if they need it. Take them supper one night. They'll probably appreciate it. I wouldn't turn them in though because it may be their only option. The father needs to get his tail to working, maybe offer to help him look for a job. You could also go talk with the nearest church about the family. Trust me the church will find some help, donate food, set them up a place to stay with better living arrangements. Maybe the father lost his job and they're doing the best they can, that doesn't make them child neglecters. If it's bothering you though, I'd go and talk with them and offer some help or go talk with the local church or Junior Auxillary they will get them some help. I think it's sweet that you're concerned about them. :) A lot of people would turn their heads.
2006-08-18 20:27:02 · answer #1 · answered by Lonesome Dove 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I'm wondering why the grandmother would have them all living in a shed behind her house. They deserve running water and hygienic amenities. I would find a way to get help for them. Quite frequently pride plays a big part in a family's situation. Maybe for some reason, there is a strain in the family's relationship. It would be great if you can befriend the little girl's mother and ease in suggestions for help.
2006-08-19 03:22:02 · answer #2 · answered by *~*~*~~~His Angel~~~*~*~* 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would try to ask them personally if they could use some help from someone or a public agency. If they say no then drop it and feel relieved that you have at least asked them. However, if you don't want to do that you may want to go another way. Seek out an agency, church etc.,that will help them not punish them so you can remain anonymous. They need help not threats or harassment. You have a right to feel concerned. They are human beings just like you and maybe they just need a little help as does many who are among us. Maybe this is your chance to make a difference. I know I couldn't sleep at night if I knew I could help someone in a similar circumstance. Good Luck & Bless Your Heart!!!
2006-08-19 03:31:27 · answer #3 · answered by crash1962 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The grandmother is not very loving to make her family live in a shed. Hopefully, the father will get a job soon and they can find a place to live. These are unsafe living conditions for any child. Social services should be called.
2006-08-19 03:16:31 · answer #4 · answered by butrcupps 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Is the shed set up with all the accomodations of a home? If so, I think I would not say anything right now.
They probably don't want to go to a shelter due to pride & concern of safety, I hear some of the shelters can be pretty rough.
good luck
2006-08-19 03:18:59 · answer #5 · answered by tinybell 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
OMG such a hard call. If it were just the two adults I would say they can fin for themselves, but there are children involved. Something should be done. Calls can be placed and you don't have to leave your name. Kids need a bed, and a home to be in. As hard as it may seem you have to put the kids best interest first and I don't think a shed it in the best interest of a child. Good Luck, and if you speak to them please let them know that there are people praying for them and it will get better. Thanks.
2006-08-19 03:42:05 · answer #6 · answered by wiazardofoz 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I wanna say: do not get involved:, because at the end you will be trying to do something good, and they might not perceive it that way.
Rather talk to this girl, and ask her if she would like to have you call social services or so..... even if we have good hearts, sometimes it backfires, and we just cannot provide for everybody...you sounds like a good person. God bless
2006-08-19 03:21:50 · answer #7 · answered by destiny 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
if u have a big enough house and r financially stable u could take them in for awhile. or u could give them food, money, clothes, blankets, etc. or u could help them find a shelter. u just have to follow ur heart and it will lead u in the right direction. and pray for them. that will also help.
2006-08-19 03:16:23 · answer #8 · answered by emilybailey1980 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
you shouldn't do anything cuz really it doesn't concern you.
2006-08-19 03:15:06 · answer #9 · answered by Cheryl J 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋