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Received the following message from our dear friend Mr. Dan Altshuler (the attorney with a heart of gold!). If this is not the very essence of being loving and charitable towards your fellow man, and the key to improving our community, I don’t know what is.
Hello Friends,
An elderly man 80+ named Avraham who lives around the corner, was just evicted from his rent-controlled apartment of roughly 20 years, a few days ago, and is basically destitute. I know him personally and can vouch for his situation. This scenario happened very quickly and we just found out about it.
A close friend of mine named Eli, who has been sending him food and other items for months, if not years, and another fellow have found a place for Avraham to live on Holt. Avraham is receiving Social Security but it's not enough to cover his expenses, particularly with the need for essentially three (3) months rent up front in cash (including the deposit), for instance. In addition, virtually all of Avraham's peronal belongings (fridge, furniture, clothing, kitchen utensils, etc.) had to be thrown away due to insect infestation, poor condition and/or filth.
Once he's settled, we're hoping to find a roommate for Avraham, to pay a reduced rent in return for checking in on him and assisting with some errands (grocery shopping, perhaps a medical appointment, etc.).
We have contacted some government organizations and charities, but more help is needed. If you can spare some funds please know that 100% of the donations go to assist Avraham. We found a wonderful charity that can likely donate some used furniture and related items, however, they informed me we need to rent a truck and hire some laborers since they don't have the resources.
I myself have donated a substantial sum to Avraham and have fronted additional funds on behalf of friends who have kindly pleadged their support.
Whatever you can spare is greatly welcome and is a wonderful opportunity for you to substantially improve a person's life! Wouldn't that be nice is this crazy, beautiful incomprehensible world. Don't worry about the amount, just send what you can and what will make you happy. No judgments here. I'm sure everyone has numerous other wonderful causes that y'all support.
If you are so inclined and wish to send a check please make it out to him, Avraham Drory, and send it to me: Dan Altshuler c/o Avraham Drory, 1482 Shenandoah Street, # 201, LA, CA 90035.
In the event you wish to contact Eli directly just message me and I'll provide his telephone number. If you'd like a list of some of the people who have pledged support I'm happy to provide that, too.
Thanks a ton for your attention and your support is greatly appreciated! Hasta la vista.
Your Friend,
Dan Altshuler
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