What can we do about this?

[DJFyrewolf36]

A hose, and a dousing every time he's there. He'll "get it" and you can say "I was just watering the grass!"

Good idea!! He really shouldn't be smoking on your curb, especially if you have issues regarding cigarette smoke. Maybe you can find some way to make your curb a no smoking zone? Maybe one of the neighbors who does smoke will be inclined to volunteer their curb to the smokers?

[Hellow]

If he's just standing there on the curb, I would think that would be on the road's right-of-way, and there's not much you can do about that.
However, if he sets foot on your lawn, then you can possibly get him for trespassing.
Just a theory. I'm not a lawyer.

[RICHARD]

Place a no trespassing/Please No smoking sign at the edge of the lawn.

Take photos.

Next, write a little note to the facility and explain to them that you would appreciate THEIR cooperation in keeping you home/area smoke free. Hand deliver it with some cookies to the head of the place.

Keep your cool- My dad used to say.....

Mejor tener un loco, y no dos!

Better to have one crazy person, not two!

Then if the shiat still hits the fan and you have to make a stand, you have a position that no one can challenge.

'Luck.

[wombat2u2004]

But isn't a certain distance between the the kerb and your property boundary, actually public property ??? Such as where the public utility would locate a footpath. If that is the case, and he is standing and smoking on that strip then he has a perfect right to do that legally. Not morally mind you, as you have expressed your concerns to the nursing home.
If he were standing on public property, and you stuck the hose on him, he could have you charged with assault....because he is doing nothing illegal.

Perhaps the better way to go, is to seek out the people who actually own the nursing home, or senior management, and express your concerns to them.
Tell them that your health is suffering because of that guy smoking in close proximity of your house.
And why doesn't the nursing home provide an area specifically for smokers....they do here in Australia.

[Catherinedana]

Try contacting the department of elder affairs in your area and see if they will send out an ambudsman to act as an intermediary between you and the Nursing Home. The NH will not want complaints about them to reach Dept of Elder Affairs, believe me.

[Pawsitive Thinking]

I had nose surgery two days ago for my sinus issues. I take allergy shots every week. I am highly sensetive to cigarette smoke

have you told him this? maybe if you change tactic and ask for his understanding he might be a bit more reasonable. If not, then I agree with Karen - turn the hose on him!

[sasvermont]

Can you think of some foul stinky spray to put in that area, so he (the smoker) will not be so comfortable? How about having a portable sprinkler going - on a timer and let him get a little wet!

Gosh, I think he needs his block knocked off ...... I am surprised your husband has stayed as cool as he has.....

I think I would rent a big, nasty, loud dog....and stake him right near the smoker........

I sound mean, don't I?

I am so considerate of my neighbors that it infuriates me to see and hear about others who are not....

Keep us posted....

SAS