Q: My daughter is diagnosed bipolar with psychosis can’t honor two leases what can she do

A: I'm sorry to hear about your daughter's difficult situation. This is a complex issue that involves both legal and health considerations. Here's some general guidance, but please note that specific legal advice would require consulting with a lawyer familiar with California tenant law:

1. Medical documentation: Ensure that your daughter has proper medical documentation of her condition from her treating physicians. This may be crucial for any discussions with landlords or potential legal proceedings.

2. Communication with landlords: It's important to communicate with both landlords as soon as possible about the situation. Explain the circumstances and see if they're willing to work out a solution, such as:

- Terminating one or both leases early

- Subletting or assigning the lease to someone else

- Negotiating a buyout of the lease

3. Fair Housing Act and reasonable accommodations: Under the Fair Housing Act, individuals with disabilities (including mental health conditions) may be entitled to reasonable accommodations. This could potentially include early lease termination without penalty. However, the specifics would depend on the individual situation.

4. Review lease agreements: Carefully review both lease agreements for any clauses related to early termination, subletting, or assigning the lease.

5. Seek legal advice: Consider consulting with a tenant rights organization or a lawyer specializing in landlord-tenant law in California. They can provide more specific advice based on the details of your daughter's situation.

6. Power of Attorney: Given your daughter's current condition, you might want to consider obtaining a power of attorney to help manage her affairs, including housing matters.

7. Treatment and support: Continue to prioritize your daughter's treatment and recovery. Social workers or case managers at the behavioral hospitals might be able to provide resources or advice on housing issues for individuals in similar situations.

Remember, while the lease obligations are important, your daughter's health and well-being should be the primary concern. If you need more detailed information or assistance, I'd recommend reaching out to local tenant rights organizations or legal aid services in California.