Nsweezie,

You got some great advice here. A cat that has been abused usually takes longer to come out of their shell. Eli is still a little skiddish, but is slowly coming around. Just give your kitty some time to trust again.

The best thing you can do is give the kitty his own room. This way it won't seem so overwhelming. Spend time in the room on the floor with him. Talk to him, give him treats, show him that you aren't a threat. Love, patience and lots of treats are the key to a happy cat.

Good luck and keep us posted.