Get in touch with her local advocacy group - esp if there is one for 
women with disabilities.  Also, contact (several if possible - more 
chance of getting one that has dealt with pwd's) the local domestic 
violence service.  Her husband is clearly trying to isolate her from 
support and help - a classic abusive tactic, dangerous for anyone, extra 
dangerous for someone with a disability.  It may sound harsh, but her 
family *needs* to find out what to do, they've got no excuse not to, 
this woman is clearly at risk and needs help to get away from her husband.

Rayna


Anthony Arnold wrote:

>My friend's parents currently spend their winters in Arizona, and come back
>here April - September (I think).  Both of her sisters live here in town
>with their families, and I know that one is a nurse at the hospital.  She
>also has a brother who lives in a nearby town.  They know about the
>situation but I think they're not sure of what to do.  
>
>Thanks, 
>Anthony 
>Visit my website at www.anthonyarnold.net
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