I know someone with deplorable living conditions. What should I do?

Can’t you turn them in anonymously?

You should try and broach the subject with them first. A lot of times people don’t realize the smell is so bad. And, if you can’t bring yourself to talk to them, turn them in anonymously. The child could get dangerously ill from it.

so what if ther’ye mad think of the kid

If it’s really that bad, it’s time to address it directly whether they like it or not. Bring it up with them clearly and directly, failing that call social services.

@faye I think you’re right… at least in my area I’m pretty sure you can tip with anonymity.

What if it is someone that would be on the streets if there were not living were they are now? I have a hard time understaning this family. Also, what if it were a family member? I’m just torn about this. I have tried to discuss it, but to no avail.

they won’t be on the streets. they’ll have social workers come in and work with them. call someone think of the kid

Thanks, I’m moving toward making the call. I just can’t deal with it anymore. I’m going to see about doing it anonymously. Maybe they won’t find out who did it!

I don’t know if you can anonymously give the information but the parent will not be told who reported them, which is what’s most important. If there is a small child in that house you should feel worse about NOT calling.

Well don’t turn them away but report this to the authorities in secret. Or you can simply move out.

Your friend may have no sense of smell but not realize it… is there any way to tactfully broach the subject with them?