Child receives chemo for chronic condition becoming homeless?

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Last post: 07/02/2024 at 7:39 pm

PATRICIA R(121)
Patricia R(121)
06/02/2024 at 8:01 pm

Can that happen? I have been trying to speak with the hospital to explain the situation but it feels like no one cares.

Since the beginning of January, I have been declined so many times for private property. I can prove I can pay rent, but the downside I am a single parent, so I get why they would prefer 2 adults instead of one.

I have spoken with the council but they said the only thing they can do is move in banding for social housing if I can prove the house condition affects my child, which I am trying to but the hospital is so slow. And even with proof, there's no guarantee of anything. I don't think we will be a priority either. I have spoken with so many different people, secretaries, and consultants, they keep postponing writing me a letter stating that my immunocompromised child can't live like this let alone become homeless. I don't know what else to do.

Yes, I've tried Shelter, no response, I've spoken to a solicitor about the housing situation. Told me I needed to wait until the last minute to become homeless, so the Council could help. I don't want that. Spoke to Citizens Advice, not helpful at all. My child is in therapy as well, surely she shouldn't go through witnessing becoming homeless for someone's help?

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PARENT SUPPORTER LAUREN
Parent Supporter Lauren
07/02/2024 at 7:39 pm

Hi Patricia,


I’m Lauren one of the parent supporters here on Netmums. It sounds like you are having a very difficult time, and have been reaching out for support especially around housing which has been really difficult.


It sounds like you have gone to many of the routes that I would normally suggest. It must be very challenging to reach out for support and not get it. I’m wondering about the hospital social worker as another option, they should be able to help access housing and support.


I hope that some other members can give you some suggestions too

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