Housing Stability & Homelessness Prevention
Our housing stability and homelessness prevention services are intended to help you remain stably housed and to plan for transitions when a move or change in living situation may be necessary. Navigators provide referrals to legal aid, rental assistance programs, tenant-rights organizations, and home-modification resources. We also assist with exploring the continuum of housing options—from aging-in-place supports through senior housing and assisted living—when such a transition is under consideration. All support is provided at no cost and is confidential.
Types of Housing Support We Help With
Eviction Prevention & Tenant Rights
For individuals who may be at risk of displacement—whether due to nonpayment of rent, a lease-related matter, or a landlord-tenant dispute—we provide information regarding your rights under California and local law and facilitate referral to:
- Legal aid and eviction defense services (e.g., local legal services, tenant rights hotlines)
- Notice and timeline requirements under California and local law
- Rent repayment plans and negotiation support where applicable
Rental Assistance & Subsidies
Programs that can help with rent arrears or ongoing affordability:
- County and city rental assistance programs
- Section 8 / Housing Choice Vouchers (application and portability)
- Senior-specific housing subsidies and waitlist navigation
Safe & Accessible Housing
Staying in your home safely as you age:
- Repairs and habitability issues (landlord obligations, code enforcement)
- Home modification and accessibility resources (ramps, grab bars, etc.)
- Referrals to area agencies on aging and in-home support programs
Senior Housing & Care Options
When you're considering a move to supported housing:
- Senior apartments and affordable senior housing (income-qualified)
- Board-and-care and residential care facilities
- Assisted living and memory care (information and referral; we do not place)
- Coordinating with benefits and transportation so your new situation remains affordable and accessible
What We Offer
- Early support when housing is at risk — Rent increases, landlord disputes, unsafe conditions, or family/roommate issues. We help you understand your rights and next steps.
- Warm referrals — To legal aid (eviction defense, tenant rights), rental-assistance programs, and home-modification or accessibility resources.
- Exploring housing options — From staying in your home with supports to senior apartments, board-and-care, or assisted living. We present choices; you decide.
- Tying it together — We coordinate with benefits and transportation so your housing stays affordable and you can get where you need to go.
When to Reach Out
It is advisable to make contact before an eviction notice or other formal action is taken. If you have concerns regarding rent affordability, lease terms, needed repairs, or a potential relocation, we encourage you to reach out. Timely connection to resources often yields better outcomes. Our housing navigation services are provided free of charge and in confidence.
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