Client Cheryl Grant Case Study

Evaluate the situation in which Mason and Shepherd find themselves with respect to their existing employers. What legal and ethical issues do you see and how would you advise them to proceed?

Complainant states that in September 2016, he and his family went to Ansonia Morse, LLC, (Ansonia) located at 1550 W. Morse, and submitted an application for a one-bedroom apartment at 1550 W. Morse. Complainant paid the required $50 application fee and Leasing Agent Menchie Maduyag (Maduyag) accepted his application stating that Ansonia’s Manager Estera Cucu would review it. Two days later, Complainant states that submitted the required $300 move-in fee.

During meeting Ms. Declaire stated that they have not apply for NYCHA. Client also stated that family has never been evicted from any apartment because family has not own their own apartment. As per review and discussing the case with Ms. Declaire they are not eligible for any program at this point due to the lack of income. The only chance that family may have is LINC, client was instructed to provide last four pay stubs to inquire via CMFT for the LINC program. Lastly, family stated that they do not have any family members willing to help them. Family does not want to move out of

On Tuesday March 8th, 2016 Case Conference with Resident Ebony Rice #325 has been conducted with Janette Chirico from DHS , Program Director Felicita Rivera, Housing Program Supervisor Zenobia Garland and Senior Case Manager Ms. Arias. The purpose of this meeting was to address client noncompliance and to come with an exit strategy for this Ms. Rice. Client was asked the reason for her missing ILP meetings and her barrier to obtain permanent housing. Client has a LINCH voucher for the amount of $1515. Client stated that she hasn’t receives any help from facility staff so she is searching for apartment on her own. Ms. Rice has been receiving assistance by the onsite housing department but unfortunately she has been able to link to an apartment

Ms. Johnson informed HS that last permanent address was located at 2816 Schley Ave. Bronx, NY. As per client the apartment was not suitable to reside as per the Department of Health. Family was referred to the shelter. Family is currently residing at 220 East 197 St. Bronx, NY Unit 1F admission dated 08/13/2015. Family composition consists of Soraya Johnson (29y, self); Daniel DelValle (son, 8y); Jamire Fergurson (son, 10y). Ms. Johnson stated that no one will move with the family if permanent

Person served was enrolled in PACT services on 7/20/15.While completing his initial 30-day plan, the team developed a list of things he would need to be comfortable and re-integrate into the community. The team assisted person served with communicating with his landlord and advocating for himself, as there was no stove or refrigerator in the apartment. The team assisted him with budgeting and bill payment as a means of preventing any possible conflict with his landlord and housing. The team assisted him with getting necessary food, clothing, personal hygiene supplies, clock radio, etc. Team also wrote a letter to DHMAS requesting additional funds to furnish his apartment, and the team was granted $1,500.00 to assist with his apartment needs. Person served was reissued his Section 8 voucher while he

This agent is advising the Court that Ms. Lisa Matthews was not compliance with the terms of probation. On August 9, 2015, Ms. Matthews incurred a new charge for ASSAULT-SEC DEGREE (Case #5C00422196, Tracking #151001757546) and on September 23, 2015, a Final Peace Order (#0804SP05862015) was filed against her as well. On November 18, 2015, Ms. Matthews appeared in the District Court of Maryland for the aforementioned charge and her case was placed on STET.

HOUSING UPDATE: Client LINC IV voucher will expire on 3/23/2016. Client contribution is $226.80. she is also NY I & II and housing package circulating. Client is ready to be housed and she is actively searching for housing. However, this week client didn’t submit apartment search log. CM provided client with Brokers’ name and telephone numbers. CM advises client to accept first suitable housing offers. CM also advises the client to submit weekly apartment search log.

Jamie Wilson is seeking legal counsel to represent her during Housing Court. Jamie Wilson knows about the $1500.00 up front installment. She must make this installment immediately due to time constraints. Until the down payment is received earnestness of the case can't be resolved. Jamie Wilson was not quoted on fee and cost of the legal services. Miss Wilson did not state what type of eviction and the date the eviction was filed. She was given a PRIVACY POLICY REGARDING SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBERS which she signed and dated. Within our office, we cannot move forward with a Miss Wilson case until the installation is made and a fact interview is conducted by Miss. Wilson. The interviewer was

Mrs. Marva lack of employment have caused her bills to get behind, which has landed her on the eviction list. Housing Authority Policy demands that anyone, who is on Section 8 and is living within one

During meeting client informed HS that family last permanent address was Ryer ave. between 182 and 183 Bronx, NY until 2014. Ms. Chandler stated that there was not enough space in the apartment, there was no further details provided about this matter by the client. Client currently address is 220 East 197 East Bronx, NY. Family composition is Tameca Chandler (self); Starr Colbume (daughter 5y); Tajanie

Today, Sheila Dixon serves as the marketing director for MMCA(Maryland Minority Contractors Association) where she reaches out to minority and women-owned businesses throughout the city to better meet the needs of local communities. As a proud advocate for citizens, Dixon has a quality-driven attitude and possesses positive character in order to build a strong sense of community in the search for a better Baltimore. Her leadership role has led the effort to ensure a more eco-minded environment for our city. Dixon has even organized the Cleaner Greener Baltimore Initiative to improve Baltimore's street conditions and strengthen the city's smoking ban. Most importantly, her utmost priority is to cultivate a safety conscious team that will serve

Reporting is the daughter and POA for resident Earnest Anderegg (DOB: 1/1/36). When the resident moved into the facility on 10/1/16, RP was told that the Rent was $1,800.00 for a private room. After the resident was admitted, licensee requested a deposit of an additional $500.00 from RP for incidentals (for outings) which RP paid. RP was then verbally notified by licensee that the rent would be increasing to $2000.00 per month. RP told licensee that they could not afford this amount and that she would be taking him out. RP stated that licensee gave her a hard time taking the resident out of the facility. RP stated that the licensee contacted the Ombudsman who question the resident. The resident has dementia and he told the Ombudsman and the

On 06/24/2016 HS De La Torre met briefly with Ms. Bethune for a follow up with any housing leads. As per client it has been difficult to view apartments. Brokers are not taking her due to lack of stable income, poor credit. Client stated that she viewed a condominium located around 141 Street and Atlantis Ave. New York, NY directly with a Landlord who is willing to assist her. Client did not provide any information regarding the Landlord. Client is concern about the fact that the apartment is a condominium that DHS will not approve the apartment. HS reached out to DHS for a correct follow up, HS is waiting for a response.

Larry Landlord has recently renovated an apartment and has put it on the market to be rented for $800.00 a month. Larry Landlord has been in business for approximately five (5) years and has had both positive and negative experiences with tenants. Larry Landlord is hoping to find a good, long-term tenant for his apartment. Roger Renter saw Larry’s sign for the apartment for rent and thought the location and the apartment would be perfect. Roger met Larry to look at the apartment and Roger fell in love with it. All of the interior fixtures had been replaced and the unit had a nice