Grieving Mum Faces Eviction After 52 Years as Children’s Home Plans Approved
A 71-year-old mother is set to lose her home of over 50 years as plans for a children’s home move forward
Oldham, UK, Eviction, Children’s Home, Marie Hargreaves, Mental Health
Oldham: A 71-year-old woman named Marie Hargreaves is facing eviction from her home of 52 years. It’s a tough situation, especially since she’s been through so much lately.
Marie got a court notice saying she has to leave her house on Dowry Street by January 16. She’s been living there as a tenant after selling it four years ago. The landlord, Jade Sherlock, says this was only meant to be temporary.
Last September, Jade applied to turn the house into a children’s home, and the council approved it. She claims to feel for Marie but insists the court has upheld her right to take back the property.
Marie’s carer, Gary Leese, is really worried about her. He says she’s struggling to cope with everything, especially after losing her son last year. It’s heartbreaking to think she might not have anywhere else to go.
Gary is trying to get a court hearing to stop the eviction, backed by medical reports showing Marie’s mental health struggles. They’ve also reached out to the council for emergency housing, but there are no guarantees.
Jade insists she followed all the legal steps and has empathy for Marie, but she’s also been through a lot herself during this process. It’s a tough situation for everyone involved.