Investor · Philadelphia, PA · Member since 2021 · 10 posts · 3 votes
Hello! We just purchased a duplex that came with a tenant. He is elderly and would like to move into an assisted living facility. He is also a veteran. The unit is not in good condition and we need him out so that we can renovate. Does anyone have experience with getting someone into an inexpensive (or free) assisted living facility in Philadelphia? We don't want to displace an elderly person, but we are also trying to get to work on the house ASAP.
Real Estate Agent · Philadelphia, PA · Member since 2019 · 1k+ posts · 1k+ votes
3y
If hes a Veteran, theres a possibility that the VA could help. Im not well versed in this, but I am curious if there is a way to make this a win-win. from my understand the VA helps disabled veterns and pays for accommodations to make their living space suitable for their needs. If the tenant is good, pays on time, and keeps it clean, its possible you can make those updates to his unit and get market rent through the help of the VA.
You don't need to renovate or displace, and you get market rent. Im not sure of your intentions of the unit, but if it were to remove tenant, renovate, and rent for higher rent, this could be an option to look into.
Investor · Nashville · Member since 2022 · 8 posts · 2 votes
3y
Hi Kate, I'm a veteran too and coincidentally just visited the VA out in West Norriton this week for the first time.
They gave me a folder with resources/info, and it covers Geriatric and Extended Care. Try visiting https://www.va.gov/geriatrics or you can call their Health Care Line at 877-222-8387 (press 0). He may be eligible for nursing care.