Their home is no longer a sanctuary – it’s a prison of fear. At any moment, their mentally ill relative could strike and, for Sharon Burgess* and her elderly mother, that day could be fatal. Burgess’ brother lives with them and, over the years, his violent outbursts have grown more frequent. Their house and yard has become his dumping ground. His rage-filled threats echo through the rooms, and police have been called multiple times to restore order. Read more