Because of my brother's immaturity, we have found that threats of family abandonment of him are sometimes effective. I know it sounds mean, but it's for his own good. He's not stupid, but, like I said, he has 'sucker' written on his forehead. And, like anyone, you hate to see others take advantage of your loved ones. And, it's the others taking advantage that worry me the most. Many thanks, again. (If you say it's a conservatorship in MA, I believe you.)