EV,

I am so sorry that your family is as challenging as they are and that because they are family you still have love for them. Frustrating, isn't it?!!

You are doing a herculean task by taking care of your brother in his current condition while you face your own battles.

Your request to your mother was reasonable and her excuse was flimsy. Regardless of why she didn't come.......she didn't come.

What a let down! Are there any respite services offered through the agency that is treating your brother right now? You deserve a break from this and it doesn't appear it will be coming from family.

Let's find a way to get you some assistance and rest time here. Keep on talking about the family stuff with therapist. Keep using the supports that are available for you.

(((((esthersvirtue)))))