Where I live, you'd call emergency 911. The police will come to the address and talk to the person of concern. They will ask if they plan on hurting themselves. They will ask if they plan on hurting others. Suicidal or Homicidal.

If the person is reasonably lucid, calm, and answers "no" to both questions...they legally cannot be involuntarily committed and the police leave. I tried to involuntarily commit my dad one time and he didn't meet the legal criteria.

I don't know of other ways...you'd need to ask an attorney in your jurisdiction that practices Guardianship law, I believe. Seeking guardianship as to your mom may be in her best interests. I'm not familiar with that area, but ask an attorney if you will have an ongoing situation. I don't think it would be too expensive...it's a court hearing or two.

Good luck at your hearing. It all comes down to whether she meets the legal criteria in your area, I would think. I hope she gets help.

Thinking of you and your family. xo