Landlord Attempting to Evict Disabled Senior Citizens
March 15, 2025. Three Disabled Seniors Currently At Risk of Losing Their Home
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The Landlord, Elizabeth Connell, pictured near the intersection of 23rd Street and Dolores Street
Urgent Situation
Eviction Attempt
Elizabeth Connell, the owner and landlord of a six-unit apartment building on Dolores Street in San Francisco, has filed an eviction lawsuit against Michael Epstein and his two housemates. Mr. Epstein has lived in his rent-controlled apartment since 1977, when Elizabeth Connell’s parents still owned the property before she inherited it. Mr. Epstein and his two housemates are disabled seniors, living quietly on fixed pensions. If evicted, all three men would likely have to move far away from their friends and family in San Francisco. They may be forced to live on the streets. Mr. Epstein has been in his apartment for over 45 years, and he and his housemates deserve and depend on being able to stay in their home.
Michael Epstein, Pedro the dog, Brian Harrigton, and Segundo Diaz (not pictured) face eviction
WE MUST ACT NOW
As Disabled and Elderly Tenants, They Need Your Help!
Michael Epstein, Segundo Diaz, and Brian Harrigton are all experiencing significant health problems. During the last few months, the stress and exhaustion of the attempted eviction has exacerbated their health issues and they have had to spend significant amounts of time in treatment. Stable housing is a critical part of their ongoing recovery and wellbeing. Evicting anyone in their circumstances is cruel, greedy, and immoral.
Please help us prevent this immoral and cruel eviction attempt