[Jims5543]

Wow, this is a tough one. I feel for you. I have a family member that has chosen a lofe of drug addiction over family. Lots of bad choices including not raising her children correctly and them following the same path.

You have to ask yourself why this "kid" at 36 years old has not grown up? What is holding him back and why is he not advancing in life. I suspect you'll find more than alcohol here.

My relative has been given breaks over and over again only to steal from family and do more drugs. At over 40 years old she still acts like a 15 year old and there is no sign of her ever getting off drugs. Like I said she is off limits to family and does not care.

Good luck and be VERY careful, what your doing is noble and can bite you in the ass. I would do that same as you, everyone deserves a chance, just be prepared for a let down.