Guest guest Posted March 28, 2011 Report Share Posted March 28, 2011 hi Kay, too true about water shortages - odd to think that only less than a year ago Australia was facing serious water shortage with plans to recycle urine. Of course after all these floods any plans to avoid the same situation in the next drought have disappeared... am still pretty crook - ok one day, feel fine the next then half dead the next... oh well... at least the house has had a chance to dry out (except for the 2 'wet' bedrooms, still a mess). Hope everyone is doing well and is busy having good times! cheers, Joy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 28, 2011 Report Share Posted March 28, 2011 Hi Joy Sorry to hear about the water in your house. I've had leaks & water damage too. I'm trying to get someone over to assess the damage from the insurance coy. It's a bit like waiting to win tattslotto. It's been over a month now. I'm thinking of changing insurance coys after the damage is fixed. Keep well everyone. Theresa Subject: water .....To: bronchiectasis Received: Monday, 28 March, 2011, 12:18 AM hi Kay,too true about water shortages - odd to think that only less than a year ago Australia was facing serious water shortage with plans to recycle urine. Of course after all these floods any plans to avoid the same situation in the next drought have disappeared...am still pretty crook - ok one day, feel fine the next then half dead the next... oh well... at least the house has had a chance to dry out (except for the 2 'wet' bedrooms, still a mess).Hope everyone is doing well and is busy having good times!cheers,Joy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 28, 2011 Report Share Posted March 28, 2011 hi Theresa, how are you coping, managing work and family as well. It's knocked me around quite a bit, several times thinking it's hospital admit time, not able to keep up physio to stay on top of increased infx levels. It's been a month for us now, still no progress. The landlady has had assessors for damage to house structurally & drainage but nothing that assists our situation of having a wet place to live in and no repairs planned for the two rooms with damaged carpet - so we are still living in a mess until that is rectified. Now about your own situation, how much affect on your living conditions? Hope your health stays on top, & your family, cheers, joy h Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 29, 2011 Report Share Posted March 29, 2011 Hi Joy, Over here the landlord would be legally bound to fix those unhealthy rooms of yours. Water damage can cause illness, as you know! There are safety and health standards for rentals in the U.S. Is there a city or county govt agency you can contact? Maybe your landlord is out of compliance with local regulations regarding rental units. Good luck, I am sad for you having to live like that. Kay Re: water ..... hi Theresa,how are you coping, managing work and family as well. It's knocked me around quite a bit, several times thinking it's hospital admit time, not able to keep up physio to stay on top of increased infx levels.It's been a month for us now, still no progress. The landlady has had assessors for damage to house structurally & drainage but nothing that assists our situation of having a wet place to live in and no repairs planned for the two rooms with damaged carpet - so we are still living in a mess until that is rectified.Now about your own situation, how much affect on your living conditions?Hope your health stays on top, & your family,cheers,joy h Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 29, 2011 Report Share Posted March 29, 2011 Hi Joy There is only minor water damage. The skylight leaked and there are water marks on the ceiling in my walk in robe. Health wise - I've been battling infections. They' re getting harder to throw off. The specialist said that he'll put me on Azithromycin, 3 tablets a week. He said that works well for this sort of thing. I'm seeing him in June but I'm goin to bring the appointment forward. Keep well everyone. Theresa Subject: Re: water .....To: bronchiectasis Received: Monday, 28 March, 2011, 10:02 PM hi Theresa,how are you coping, managing work and family as well. It's knocked me around quite a bit, several times thinking it's hospital admit time, not able to keep up physio to stay on top of increased infx levels.It's been a month for us now, still no progress. The landlady has had assessors for damage to house structurally & drainage but nothing that assists our situation of having a wet place to live in and no repairs planned for the two rooms with damaged carpet - so we are still living in a mess until that is rectified.Now about your own situation, how much affect on your living conditions?Hope your health stays on top, & your family,cheers,joy h Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 29, 2011 Report Share Posted March 29, 2011 Theresa, I'm doing the Azithromycin/Zithromax 3-day a week routine now - just started last week. I had previously had an allergic reaction to this drug (hives) about 10 years ago and hadn't taken it since. My allergist did an all-day de-sensitization on me and now I'm taking it just fine. Hopefully, it will keep the pseudomonas to a reasonable level. Joy, surely you have some legal recourse against your landlady. You're living in an unhealthy situation for anyone, let alone one with respiratory issues. You say that they keep talking about putting you in the hospital for antibiotics. I assume you mean IV antibiotics. Can you not get these on an out-patient basis or to do at home yourself? I've done it both ways and I can tell you that doing it at home myself was by far the easiest. Are you on oral antibiotics in the meantime? These infections do NOT go away on their own! I'm very worried about you, Joy. Suzanne Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 30, 2011 Report Share Posted March 30, 2011 hi Kay, Suzanne, thank you so for your caring.... yes we do have quite stringent regulations. There are a plethora of agencies so initially spent a whole day making phone calls being referred from one to another,,,to another... Finally got an appt with an advice and advocacy service, get forms, print, sign, scan, send back except she didn't get them. So, still no progress after 2 weeks.... so frustrating. Meanwhile landlady takes off for a week, leaving a contact person here who didn't bother to get back to us.... Just heaps mega frustration all round. At least today we had call from the Rental Tenancies Authority so feel at last some progress has started. We're still in same mess but at least it's drier. Have also done a lot of looking at accommodation, to move.... just wish we knew whether we were staying or going... The longer this goes on the more the relationship with the landlady deteriorates, especially when have to go to govt agencies to get her to do what she legally should have done weeks ago, and probably have to compensate us. I jolly well should think so! Anyhow, HEAPS to do.. must go! Thx all of you for your concern. Health wise I'm just keeping my head above water - mostly. hugs, joy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 30, 2011 Report Share Posted March 30, 2011 Well, you're doing your best at the "squeaky wheel" technique! Gets results in the end, usually. Hang in there and keep squeakin' . Kay Re: water ..... hi Kay, Suzanne,thank you so for your caring.... yes we do have quite stringent regulations. There are a plethora of agencies so initially spent a whole day making phone calls being referred from one to another,,,to another... Finally got an appt with an advice and advocacy service, get forms, print, sign, scan, send back except she didn't get them. So, still no progress after 2 weeks.... so frustrating. Meanwhile landlady takes off for a week, leaving a contact person here who didn't bother to get back to us.... Just heaps mega frustration all round.At least today we had call from the Rental Tenancies Authority so feel at last some progress has started. We're still in same mess but at least it's drier. Have also done a lot of looking at accommodation, to move.... just wish we knew whether we were staying or going... The longer this goes on the more the relationship with the landlady deteriorates, especially when have to go to govt agencies to get her to do what she legally should have done weeks ago, and probably have to compensate us. I jolly well should think so!Anyhow, HEAPS to do.. must go! Thx all of you for your concern. Health wise I'm just keeping my head above water - mostly.hugs,joy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 31, 2011 Report Share Posted March 31, 2011 hi Kay, sadly, the squeaky wheel didn't bring about desired results this time ... We sought advisement and assistance from several departments, it appears (I could be wrong ok) that she omitted to send the negotiation stage form & sent the 'demand' stage form - so now we are being evicted. We still have 2 months - in this mess? and maybe 3 rooms tiled while we're trying to pack? Who knows, everything has gone so pear shaped... Not optimistic about finding another place from what we've seen so far,,. so many hot baking concrete boxes, apartments that'd probably be great in a cold cities, but not the tropics.... sorry ..... I'm venting, and just plain ornary fed up. My mother is in hospital (some atrial fibrillation but sounded quite bright when I rang her this afternoon - she's 91 this year) .... and sister still making silly accusations ... anything else ??? Bring it on, let's get it over with!! hang on, careful what you wish for!! - not really serious! but am tired, very very tired, so time I went to bed , it's 1.30am here, g'night all joy h Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 31, 2011 Report Share Posted March 31, 2011 Hi Joy, You mean that the condition of the house is so unhealthy that they say no one should live there now, and that's why you're being evicted? Gosh, from the frying pan into the fire. So much turmoil. I have family issues with my folks and siblings, too, so can empathize on that one. You are just such a lovely, positive person I am sure some landlord will be very glad to have you! Finding that landlord right now sounds pretty difficult, though. I agree with you on apartments, I'm not an apartment person, either; too much noise and too close quarters and buildings can get hot from other people's heat being on too high. Keep us posted and we'll keep you in our prayers. Kay Re: water ..... hi Kay,sadly, the squeaky wheel didn't bring about desired results this time ...We sought advisement and assistance from several departments, it appears (I could be wrong ok) that she omitted to send the negotiation stage form & sent the 'demand' stage form - so now we are being evicted. We still have 2 months - in this mess? and maybe 3 rooms tiled while we're trying to pack? Who knows, everything has gone so pear shaped...Not optimistic about finding another place from what we've seen so far,,. so many hot baking concrete boxes, apartments that'd probably be great in a cold cities, but not the tropics....sorry ..... I'm venting, and just plain ornary fed up. My mother is in hospital (some atrial fibrillation but sounded quite bright when I rang her this afternoon - she's 91 this year) .... and sister still making silly accusations ... anything else ??? Bring it on, let's get it over with!! hang on, careful what you wish for!! - not really serious! but am tired, very very tired, so time I went to bed , it's 1.30am here,g'night alljoy h Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 1, 2011 Report Share Posted April 1, 2011 Hi Joy—it isn,t too late to contact your landlady – BUT you provide her with a mediation form—seek mediation-- then after that if not happy then beat her to the punch by giving notice. On a – think it’s a form 12—I will send you correct info later ( on form numbers etc) You are lucky laws changed last year giving tenants the 2 month notice clause—to help find appropriate accom etc. JOY- IF you have a lease or tenancy agreement—then the landlord must make your home comfortable and clean living – even after storms—they also must provide alternative accommodation – to same value and same condition as you first leased at etc. IF she did send you an eviction notice it has to say WHY you are being evicted--- there are notice to remedy breach forms – u needed to put in—did you do that first- or mediation- either or both ? if you haven’t then you still can do PROVIDING it isn’t a notice to quit-from her- with a given fair reason there are 3 of those- either you put in a notice to quit or she does OR a notice of intention to quit. BUT your landlord may have sent you the wrong form- unknowingly- and if she did it bides your time to down load the correct forms- A Remedy to breach—can be sent for remedying the first complaints you made, then of course if she has sent wrong forms and NO reason given to get you out, that too can be a notice to remedy from you to her-- AND a mediation notice from you – also-- The forms are available at the Residential Tenancies website-- I have the link- I can send you the correct forms and form numbers. IF after all you decide to move anyway—( its best to get the matter cleared up 1st as it will haunt your applications for other places to rent—) The landlord MUST have had some form of house and land insurance- or she wouldn’t be allowed to lease the property--- I hope you had a bond etc. as it too helps protect you in all circumstances. I will get off here now and send either now or tomorrow morning- Please take care- find a sunny spot—or at least a fresher spot to spend your day times while – drying out- hope your mum gets over it too. I too have huge family issues with health--- seems every family ( in my own) has dilemma- and all BIG—as are mine-- We seem to attract it don,t we- just when we begin to see things for good happening- something comes along to blow it all out. Hugs, Sandy ( Hervey Bay) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 1, 2011 Report Share Posted April 1, 2011 Hi SandyCan you change your script cos I cant read it for some reason my eyes dont focus on itTo: bronchiectasis Sent: Saturday, 2 April 2011 2:09 PMSubject: Re: Re: water ..... Hi Joy—it isn,t too late to contact your landlady – BUT you provide her with a mediation form—seek mediation-- then after that if not happy then beat her to the punch by giving notice. On a – think it’s a form 12—I will send you correct info later ( on form numbers etc) You are lucky laws changed last year giving tenants the 2 month notice clause—to help find appropriate accom etc. JOY- IF you have a lease or tenancy agreement—then the landlord must make your home comfortable and clean living – even after storms—they also must provide alternative accommodation – to same value and same condition as you first leased at etc. IF she did send you an eviction notice it has to say WHY you are being evicted--- there are notice to remedy breach forms – u needed to put in—did you do that first- or mediation- either or both ? if you haven’t then you still can do PROVIDING it isn’t a notice to quit-from her- with a given fair reason there are 3 of those- either you put in a notice to quit or she does OR a notice of intention to quit. BUT your landlord may have sent you the wrong form- unknowingly- and if she did it bides your time to down load the correct forms- A Remedy to breach—can be sent for remedying the first complaints you made, then of course if she has sent wrong forms and NO reason given to get you out, that too can be a notice to remedy from you to her-- AND a mediation notice from you – also-- The forms are available at the Residential Tenancies website-- I have the link- I can send you the correct forms and form numbers. IF after all you decide to move anyway—( its best to get the matter cleared up 1st as it will haunt your applications for other places to rent—) The landlord MUST have had some form of house and land insurance- or she wouldn’t be allowed to lease the property--- I hope you had a bond etc. as it too helps protect you in all circumstances. I will get off here now and send either now or tomorrow morning- Please take care- find a sunny spot—or at least a fresher spot to spend your day times while – drying out- hope your mum gets over it too. I too have huge family issues with health--- seems every family ( in my own) has dilemma- and all BIG—as are mine-- We seem to attract it don,t we- just when we begin to see things for good happening- something comes along to blow it all out. Hugs, Sandy ( Hervey Bay) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 2, 2011 Report Share Posted April 2, 2011 Hi, Sandy, I agree with Lee. I have to delete your emails because I can't read them. My eyes aren't as good as they used to be. Thanks, To: bronchiectasis From: sillysandy82@...Date: Sat, 2 Apr 2011 13:09:40 +1000Subject: Re: water ..... Hi Joy—it isn,t too late to contact your landlady – BUT you provide her with a mediation form—seek mediation-- then after that if not happy then beat her to the punch by giving notice. On a – think it’s a form 12—I will send you correct info later ( on form numbers etc) You are lucky laws changed last year giving tenants the 2 month notice clause—to help find appropriate accom etc. JOY- IF you have a lease or tenancy agreement—then the landlord must make your home comfortable and clean living – even after storms—they also must provide alternative accommodation – to same value and same condition as you first leased at etc. IF she did send you an eviction notice it has to say WHY you are being evicted--- there are notice to remedy breach forms – u needed to put in—did you do that first- or mediation- either or both ? if you haven’t then you still can do PROVIDING it isn’t a notice to quit-from her- with a given fair reason there are 3 of those- either you put in a notice to quit or she does OR a notice of intention to quit. BUT your landlord may have sent you the wrong form- unknowingly- and if she did it bides your time to down load the correct forms- A Remedy to breach—can be sent for remedying the first complaints you made, then of course if she has sent wrong forms and NO reason given to get you out, that too can be a notice to remedy from you to her-- AND a mediation notice from you – also-- The forms are available at the Residential Tenancies website-- I have the link- I can send you the correct forms and form numbers. IF after all you decide to move anyway—( its best to get the matter cleared up 1st as it will haunt your applications for other places to rent—) The landlord MUST have had some form of house and land insurance- or she wouldn’t be allowed to lease the property--- I hope you had a bond etc. as it too helps protect you in all circumstances. I will get off here now and send either now or tomorrow morning- Please take care- find a sunny spot—or at least a fresher spot to spend your day times while – drying out- hope your mum gets over it too. I too have huge family issues with health--- seems every family ( in my own) has dilemma- and all BIG—as are mine-- We seem to attract it don,t we- just when we begin to see things for good happening- something comes along to blow it all out. Hugs, Sandy ( Hervey Bay) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 5, 2011 Report Share Posted April 5, 2011 Hi Sandy, thx for the comprehensive advice - have been thru all those stages - 1st went to tenancy advocacy, she sent a Form 16, and and 11 from us. Landlady retaliated by giving us a from 12 - not enough time to apply for Housing Commission. Been now 5 weeks, absolutely no change in circumstances, & with RTA support we're taking it to the Tribunal. Landlady texting so often it's bordering on harassment... Anyhow I now have a letter from GP, and 2 other letters coming from friends who also have doctorates to support a case for special need application to Housing Commission for urgent accomm. Been an exhausting time, but at least this gives you an idea of what we've done already - PLUS house/flat hunting... cheers, joy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 5, 2011 Report Share Posted April 5, 2011 Hi Kay, saw doc today, for a letter to get urgent housing suitable for health needs, and a social worker to be a buffer between us and lessor - her behaviour is impossible... I may yet need abx hopefully at home tho. The house has dried out but still living in a mess, been 5 weeks now... We're taking her to Rental Tenancies Agencies tribunal, like an informal court because giving us eviction effective in 2 months is too much pressure, and impossible to get decent housing in so short a time. We've asked for social worker to be a go-between, buffer contact from her. The longer this goes on the crazier she is... hugs all for your support and caring... joy h Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 5, 2011 Report Share Posted April 5, 2011 hi Suzanne seeing specialist this afternoon, hope to discuss a few things, also having meds at home (yes, most like IV, through portacath). Going to the tribunal is a mid-way step before going to court - is more a mediation process but will give her demands with time-frame applicable. cheers, joy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 7, 2011 Report Share Posted April 7, 2011 Wow, sounds like you've got great support going now! I'm impressed. Sure hope it gets the desired results, sounds like it will. Kay Re: water ..... Hi Kay,saw doc today, for a letter to get urgent housing suitable for health needs, and a social worker to be a buffer between us and lessor - her behaviour is impossible...I may yet need abx hopefully at home tho. The house has dried out but still living in a mess, been 5 weeks now...We're taking her to Rental Tenancies Agencies tribunal, like an informal court because giving us eviction effective in 2 months is too much pressure, and impossible to get decent housing in so short a time. We've asked for social worker to be a go-between, buffer contact from her. The longer this goes on the crazier she is...hugs all for your support and caring...joy h Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 7, 2011 Report Share Posted April 7, 2011 So glad you made contact with the right people to get you better results, Joy. You deserve better. Ann in MO Subject: Re: water .....To: bronchiectasis Date: Thursday, April 7, 2011, 1:29 AM Wow, sounds like you've got great support going now! I'm impressed. Sure hope it gets the desired results, sounds like it will. Kay Re: water ..... Hi Kay,saw doc today, for a letter to get urgent housing suitable for health needs, and a social worker to be a buffer between us and lessor - her behaviour is impossible...I may yet need abx hopefully at home tho. The house has dried out but still living in a mess, been 5 weeks now...We're taking her to Rental Tenancies Agencies tribunal, like an informal court because giving us eviction effective in 2 months is too much pressure, and impossible to get decent housing in so short a time. We've asked for social worker to be a go-between, buffer contact from her. The longer this goes on the crazier she is...hugs all for your support and caring...joy h Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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