<p>Yes. How can any of us know
a--what the whole situation really is and
b--what level of pain and misery this poor woman is in.</p>
<p>I wish the best for all concerned.</p>
<p>BTW, someone above asked for how long the mother gets the Social Security money for the son.</p>
<p>That money comes to the mother for the sake of the son for the support of the son. As such, it is for the mother to use as she sees fit for his support and care. If she doesn't need it for that purpose, she may save it for his future and education. It stops when he turns 18, as the government assumes that he is then responsible for his own support.</p>