Question
QUESTION: Jon, My daughter is 18 and has a combination of mental illnesses.We have supported her in every way,but she needs and wants to be on her own. My husband and I are both currently unemployed but are willing to deplete anything to find a pleasant group living setting.  We live in Lee, NH - close to Durham, but northern MA would also work - please help.  My heart is broken. Sincerely, Leslie

ANSWER: Hi Leslie,

So sorry to hear about your situation. When you say she has a combination of mental illness, what does that mean? Does she have other disabling conditions? It would help if you could tell me what her diagnosis is.

Thanks,



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QUESTION: She has borderline personality disorder, is very smart, and just got her high school diploma.

Answer
Have you connected with the folks at Community Partners yet?

Community Partners: Behavioral Health and Developmental Services of Strafford County, Inc.
113 Crosby Road, Suite 1, Dover, NH 03820
Phone: (603) 749-4015

That should be your first stop to find out what resources are available to her.