Services for disabled tenants

[Richard S.]

I recently purchased and investment property with a ~ 15 year tenant in one of the units (section 8 voucher recipient). This tenant has suffered a medical condition resulting in a rapid deterioration in her health. This health condition prevents her from doing much more than just using the toilet. As a result of this, she is unable to cook, clean or even shower. The condition of the apartment has suffered due to this disability as well. I just learned of this while going over the lease with her yesterday. She is not technologically savvy enough to figure out what services are available, nor does she really have the energy to fight through administrative hassle with finding services and getting answers. It appears she tried for some time but felt she was getting the run-around. She is barely able to hold a conversation without being completely out of breath. Considering she is on constant oxygen and receives a section 8 voucher, I assume she is already plugged into some assistance programs. Can anyone point me in the right direction to getting her services, and with which agencies? Is there a chance we can get her a case worker that will keep me from becoming the middle-man for her? Greatly appreciate the help!

[Nathan Gesner]

Quote from @Richard S.:

Unfortunately, you can't force someone to seek assistance or try to improve their lives. Some people would rather suffer than get assistance.

My suggestion is that you give her notice and get her out. Give her 60 days so she has plenty of time to find another place, reach out for assistance, contact family, or whatever. It's a sad situation but you can't/shoudn't feel responsible for someone that has allowed themselves to get into this situation.

EDIT: this is one more example of why government welfare is bad for society. If Uncle Sam wasn't footing the bill, this woman would be cared for by her family or her community. They would be watching out for her instead of just paying her rent and forgetting about her.