Hi @msaw16  Welcome to the ReachOut Parents and Carers Community! Thank you for your courage in sharing your experience. I can hear how overwhelmed you have been from worrying about your daughter's safety. It also sounds incredibly devastating to be told by your daughter to stop contacting her. I can see that you've been doing your best to ensure her safety and I'm really glad to see that the police have been able to locate her and conduct a welfare check. I can see that you're seeking advice here from other parents who have shared a similar experience. I hope you're able to find the support you seek here in the community. We also have a free Parent Coaching service that can help you develop a personalised plan to supporting your teenager.  You've mentioned that you feel like you're losing your daughter and are understandably concerned for her future, I'm wondering if you have any supports for yourself during such a stressful situation? If you're in need to one-on-one support, Parentline offers free counselling for parents over the phone or via webchat. Wishing you the best moving forward! ... View more

Hey @nikki82, Welcome back! Thank you for sharing more about what you've been experiencing. It's encouraging to hear about the positive moment when your son returned home for four days, despite the challenges you're facing with his recent departure. Your feelings about the system's shortcomings are valid and shared by many. Please know that you're not alone in this journey. Wishing you all the best! ... View more