Alternate rent collection methods

[Jeff K.]

I have a long-term tenant, an elderly lady, whose grandson that had been living with her moved out recently. He had been dropping off the rent for her monthly. Consequently, it is now difficult for her to get her rent to us on time. She does not have a credit card or checking account (its a C- neighborhood) and does nothing online. I offered pre- stamped envelopes but she is nervous to send by mail because she pays by money order.

I thought of giving her a deposit slip, to make the deposit monthly, as there are bank branches closer to her than our PO box. But, I don't want her to have access to the account.

Short of me picking it up every month, does anyone have any ideas of how to make it easier on us and her to get the money to us?? Anyone have any similar experiences?