Her situation left her relying on her daughter for even basic necessities like food.
Sue Johnson, 75, found herself in severe financial difficulty after her divorce in March 2003.
Despite moving out of her marital home, she was still obligated to pay £400 towards the shared mortgage with her ex-husband while also covering the rent for her new flat.
This financial burden intensified when she purchased a new flat, leaving her responsible for two mortgages—the second costing £450 a month.
Working as a librarian, Sue earned £1,200 after tax, which was quickly drained by the dual mortgage payments.
This left her with almost nothing for essential expenses. Unable to afford her weekly food shop, Sue had to rely on…
