Case 56: Improving security and privacy at the home of a man with disabilities

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A man with cerebral palsy and vision impairment was very concerned about security in the housing commission premises where he lived. He requested the addition of a mesh screen to his door, offering to pay for it. This was rejected by the community housing authority without reason. The man’s advocate helped him to challenge the decision raising his rights under the Charter. The advocate argued that the screen would assist with security and also give him more privacy in his home. In response the community housing authority decided to arrange for the screen within two weeks.

Source: Leadership Plus, Submission for Review of the Victorian Charter, 2011