Shouldn't volunteers e.g Samaritans get background checks?

[Pinky0]

My older sister volunteers but at home she hates us, has serious mental health issues, fights with my parents, I'm scared as heck when she comes back here soon. (She's in another country studying right now). My mom (in her 60s), I'm scared what will happen to her, she's shouldn't be be fighting at her age, but thats the reality. Everytime my sister is here something major always happens. My mom falls ill because of it.

I can just imagine my sister outside the house with other people, being so nice and friendly. She hates me too. She wants me out of house. She used to throw heavy batteries at me when I was a child.

[Kkimm]

Hi

Does your sister have a diagnosed mental health problem? if so it sounds as if you as a family need help from the Community Mental Health team (Social Services) if your sister is actually violent to you or your mother. If you have not found them very helpful try talking it through with your GP as he or she could help with a referral. Failing everything else the police should be called if she is a violent threat.

Very best wishes.

Kim

[Hidden in reply to Kkimm]

What Kim said....what's doing to your mother is considered geriatric abuse and it wouldn't be tolerated. Unfortunately, most charities or volunteer organizations love free help because it can be hard to find. Your sister may also have no problem acting normal outside of the home. I would consult social services like Kim said and have them take a look at the situation. Once this is "out", an organization will NOT want a violent abusive person helping in areas where love, kindness, and understanding is needed. Neither you or your mother should be subjected to such a hostile home life. I am very sorry to hear you and your mother are dealing with this. It is in both of your best interests to address this before it becomes worse. Please take care and we're always here if you need support or to answer any questions.