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Please consider calling Adult Protective Services & discussing the situation with them. They may need to step in & take over as this sounds like a situation that has moved way beyond what you can cope with. I would also immediately see about finding someplace else to live. It’s very difficult to step into a situation where the dementia has progressed so far. The strong-willed, independent personalities are difficult to deal with even if you have been involved all along. But stepping into the situation at late stage can be near impossible. I would also contact local law enforcement. The best way to diffuse his threats is to get one step ahead & be proactive.
I’m sorry VA hasn’t been an effective resource for you. But you might ask for referral to VA social worker to see if they can help.
I truly hope you can back out of the situation & get him the help he needs - including medications for his anxiety, delusions, etc.