A young(adult) family member of mine recently 'disappeared'. We would hear from them now and again but sparse contact. Known for MH issues and has committed a few petty crimes. Suspected drugs. I love them to bits and its been a heartbreaking couple of years.
Anyway recently turned up again, told me the town they were living in and that it's their own place, they're 'clean' and looking at colleges and jobs etc. I was so pleased but also wary. They can be quite dangerous with lies and perchance for a bit of violence and manipulative behaviour of which ive often been the one at the subject of.
Anyway a different family member went to see them and was shocked. Said they looked fine and seemed fine but
-they live in a house provided or sorted out by SS, and two staff members stay with them
-Theyre not allowed out anywhere without two staff members at all times
-There are a couple of hours per 'day's usually in the middle of the night where there's only one staff member
-When said family member went to meet them they went for lunch, staff members had to sit at table with the pair of them.
-No knives allowed in the house.
-Theyre given 'chores' including washing themselves daily, and household tasks which they're 'rewarded ' for. I think rewards may be spending money or other privileges.
There's more I'll add as I think. I cant think why this would occur. Family member didnt ask because a)staff were there and they felt awkward and b) this person tells a LOT of lies and would probably have said one rather than the truth.
Ive brainstormed
-Suicide risk? But I've never heard this level of constant supervisor before
-Dangerous crime committed and they've avoided prison?
-Victim support? Same as above this seems bit much
-Witness protection?
Anyone know? Thank you (name changed).