My son is 22 and has been living full time with his father during the last four years. His father is almost 70 and happy to keep our son in the house caring for him, doing house cleaning,etc. My son has a part time job, but no friends and doesn't participate in any activities. Right now my son's only friends are his old aunt(75ish) and father. I live in a different state. The father has manipulated and gaslighted our son into believing I'm evil and I rarely see or speak with my son. Where do I go to find groups and organizations for my son to get involved in? How do I encourage my son to pursue a full time job/career. How do I get him to think on his own and get out from under his controlling father? I live in Florida and my son lives in CT. Do I hire a guardian ad lidem? Mediator? Where do I begin? My former husband refuses to acknowledge, never mind speak with me. Any help, or direction is appreciated!

Posted by bethalmeida at 2025-07-02 12:27:20 UTC