My dad's safety is in danger and no one wants to know!! Please help me :(

TBagpuss

Encourage your dad to speak to the police and to his housing association again.

In relation to the police, their hands are tied if your dad is asking them not to take it further. Howver, it might be wiorth asking whether they run a "Bobby Van" or similar initiative which can do things such as offering support, advice and cost-price work to improve security.

Speak to the HA / Council agains and be very specifc about what he wants.

-e.g. additional security, transfer to a similar property in a different location


You say that the current property is not ideal for his health needs - is that something which is relavant? Obviously he should not lie but he can raise the issue of his medical needs in support of any application.

Is there anywhere within his council's area which would be closer to you? it might be weasier for him to get tasnferred within the same area than mioving to a new one.

Although he can't move in with you, is there any way you could look at moving in with him, so he wasn't alone? Even if it is only on a temparary basis.

Could you lookat fitting an alarm ofsome kind so he feels safer? Maybe something like this https://www.amazon.co.uk/Electronic-Intruder-Security-Activated-Speakers/dp/B0051EAFOG/ref=pd_sbs_86_t_0/251-6433026-2191467?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=5FDGWBA76ZDWDZHZ3XPH

Out,_Vile_Jelly

I don't want to downplay your very vivid fears, but disgusting chavs like this are often all mouth and no trousers; it's fun to bully an old man by knocking on doors and shouting threats but like all bullies they are cowards. Yes it's possible he may come back and attempt physical violence on your dad, but it is unlikely he'll make the effort. I realise this is easier to type than to live with.

Can the HA confirm he has definitely vacated the property? If so that is great news. What are the other neighbours like- is it otherwise an ok area?

Benzie

Can you put up some kind of cctv/webcam so if he comes back your dad has evidence?

Can you take a weeks holiday from work and go and stay with him while you try to sort it out?

Try contacting age concern they may be able to give you better advise than the council and point you to the right person to speak to.

Can you look for a new rental and live together with your dad?

Hope he's ok

Ci_bach

Make an appointment with a local Councillor in your Dad's area. Explain the situation including the ping ponging you have experienced. Ask the Councillor to take up the case on both your Dad's and your behalf with the relevant organisations (you could also approach a Councillor in your area too, but let both know you are speaking to the other). If no joy, escalate to MP level.

Would the Police provide written support for a move?

Is doing a Mutual Exchange to your area a possibility for your Dad?

Contact Victim Support.

CB

svain

Forget, police, MP's etc ... All will take too long. You need to act now. Could you and your Dad not private rent together??

In the mean time, Any friends you could ask to put him up in the mean time (big ask i know), what about renting a caravan (warmer weather on its way) or as you have already said a B&B.

annandale

Why should her dad have to give up the security of a tenancy and private rent because of someone else's actions?

Rain_Shadow

meer53 wrote: »

Sounds as though he has moved out ? People like that are bullies, hopefully now he has gone his threats will remain just that.

Out,_Vile_Jelly wrote: »

I don't want to downplay your very vivid fears, but disgusting chavs like this are often all mouth and no trousers; it's fun to bully an old man by knocking on doors and shouting threats but like all bullies they are cowards. Yes it's possible he may come back and attempt physical violence on your dad, but it is unlikely he'll make the effort. I realise this is easier to type than to live with.

I agree with this.

It was his last attempt to try and leave your father frightened.

I would be astonished if he returned.

svain

annandale wrote: »

Why should her dad have to give up the security of a tenancy and private rent because of someone else's actions?

He doesnt "have to" leave permanantly, but get him safe first and then battle the authorities