Sanctuary of Hope LA
The Sanctuary of Hope (SOH) offers comprehensive support for transition-age youth (16-25) facing housing insecurity, justice involvement, or economic challenges. Their services include housing resources, counseling, mentoring, education and job support, family strengthening and emergency aid, helping young people build self-sufficiency and brighter futures. If you are between the ages of 18-25 and need assistance with rent, complete this form for a one-time payment support.
CALL: (323) 786-2413 | Visit: thesoh.org
Solid Ground Homeless Prevention Program
The Solid Ground HPP helps prevent new cases of homelessness for families by stabilizing housing and working with them to build a more financially secure future. Services include housing search and placement, and housing stabilization services such as case management, budgeting/money management, assistance with accessing public benefits, and financial assistance.
- To receive HPP services, you must (1) reside in the city of LA, (2) be at or below 50% of the Area Median Income (AMI), (3) be at risk of homelessness delinquent on rent) or facing the risk of homelessness (i.e., enduring a financial hardship that could result in homeless-ness, but not yet at risk of becoming homeless).
FAQ’s:
Does HPP provide financial support? – Yes, but financial assistance is limited. Please inquire with one of our specialists for more information (CIFD.info@lacity.org)
Will this affect my public benefits? – No, HPP will not affect you or your family from receiving or continued use of public benefits such as CalFresh, CalWORKs, SSI, SSDI, or other local, state, or federal supported programs.
Where can I sign up or get more information on HPP services? – There are currently eight locations that offer HPP services. See which agency is nearest to you and for more detailed information, call your local agencies directly:
- Southeast: All Peoples Community Center | PHONE: (213) 747-6357
- El Sereno/Lincoln Heights: Barrio Action Youth and Family | PHONE: (323) 221-0779
- Westlake/Pico-Union: Central City Neighborhood | PHONE: (213) 482-8618
- Boyle Heights: El Centro de Ayuda | PHONE: (323) 526-9301
- Southwest: El Nido Family Center | PHONE: (323) 998-0093
- Van Nuys: New Economics for Women | PHONE: (818)786-4098
- Wilshire: Bresee Foundation | PHONE: (323) 387-2822
- Hollywood: Volunteers of America Los Angeles | PHONE: (323) 998-0093
Homeless Prevention Program
Homeless Prevention provides individuals and families who are at immi- nent homelessness with temporary financial assistance and housing stabilization services necessary to maintain their current housing, or assistance finding new housing to avoid becoming homeless and entering the emergency shelter system.
- To be eligible, individuals must (1) be experiencing a financial crisis, (2) have received an Unlawful Detainer or a written notice of intent to terminate tenancy from a landlord (including 3-day pay or quit), and (3) lack financial resources and support networks to obtain other permanent housing. Individuals must be screened by the Prevention Program provider and deemed as having a high risk of becoming homeless.
Funding Available: Security deposit, rental arrears, rental assistance, utility deposit, utility, assistance, utility arrears, move-in expenses, moving expenses, essential furnishing expenses, employment expenses, transportation expenses, reunification/relocation expenses, etc.
CALL: (213) 456-7890. | VISIT: homeless.lacounty.gov/prevention or CONTACT: homelessinitiative@lacounty.gov
U.S. Department of Housing & Urban Development
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) provides resources and programs that support affordable housing, community development, and fair housing practices. Services include rental assistance, homeownership opportunities, homelessness prevention, and disaster recovery aid, with options available for low-income individuals and families. Qualified families and single mothers can receive one payment or grant per year from the state of CA with the help of this renters program. $347.50 is the maximum amount of help a claimant may receive. For more advice on rental assistance…
CALL: (800) 569-4287 | Visit: hud.gov
Step Fund
The Step Fund provides interest-free loans to low-income residents of LA County who are at risk of eviction within 30 days due to recent financial hardships. The program offers quick access to funds, flexible repayment options, and direct payments to landlords or utility companies to help keep people in their home.
- To be eligible, tenants must (1) be below the Area Median Income, which is below 50% for LA County, (2) demonstrate they are at risk of eviction or in need of assistance to pay bills or secure housing, and (3) be ready to provide appropriate documentation (i.e., ID, Social Security, Proof of Income, Proof of Rent, Proof of need for loan).
Funding Available: Interest free micro-loans of up to $2,500, recipients have 3 years to pay back, and repayments start 60 days after the loan is approved.
CALL: (213) 478-1464. |. VISIT: thestepfund.org or CONTACT: info@stepfund.org
Home Again
Since 2010, Home Again LA has assisted over 600 families in securing permanent housing and consists of 5 core programs: Shelter, Rapid Rehousing, Homeless Prevention, Transitional Housing, and Community Workshops.
- To be eligible, applicants must have some source of income (CalWORKs, Social Security Income, employment, etc.) and their annual gross income must be below the 30% Area Median Income. Unfortunately, services are not provided to the undocumented population, but they are referred to organizations that can help.
CALL: (818) 562-7778 | Visit: homeagainla.org or CONTACT: info@homeagainla.org
Hollywood Family Source Center
Assisting families only. Individual members are directed to PATH. Eligibility requirements: 1 person or more (family) in a household (cannot be for single individual). Must live within the city of Los Angeles. Income and address verification.
Funding available: Assistance for rent and utilities. Up to $8,000 in grant money.
Contact info: Website: https://voala.org/program/hollywood-familysource-center/ Phone number: (323) 412-0607 Point of Contact: Randy – (323) 412-0607
Home Safe (Adult Protective Services)
The Home Safe Program includes short term prevention services such as housing stabilization, housing search & placement, landlord mediation &advocacy, reunification/relocation assistance, etc.
Eligibility requirements: Age 60+; Must be APS client (have open case); Client must be experiencing a financial crisis and an imminent risk of becoming homeless by meeting one of the following criteria:
● Rent burdened – paying 30% or more of income in rent, and presents any of the following financial crises:
o Receipt of a rental increase that the client cannot afford;
o At least one month behind on rent or utilities if they are tied to the unit;
and/or
o Foregoing food and/or medicine to use their money for rent.
● Received a court eviction hearing notice or Unlawful Detainer or has received a written notice of intent to terminate tenancy from a landlord (including 3-day pay or quit).
Funding available: Security or utility deposits, rental assistance, moving costs, past due bills, legal fees, reunification services.
Contact info: Website: https://wdacs.lacounty.gov/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/APS-Home-Safe-Fact- Sheet-.pdf Phone number: (213) 610-1589
Email: apshomesafe@wacs.lacounty.gov
Points of contact:
– Carlos Martinez – (213) 738 2404
– James Gilliam – (213) 225 6567
REAP: Rent Escrow Account Program
Encourages Landlords to make necessary repairs in order to make the property habitable and safe again
Affected tenants can be eligible for a reduction up to 50% off the rent
Tenants have the option to either pay the landlord the reduced rent amount or put the monthly payment in an escrow account with uses for utility assistance, rent, or for future relocation
Department of Housing must make determination if property is eligible for entry into REAP if landlord does not make repairs in a timely manner.
How to connect with LAHD to know more about this program or to apply:
Phone: (844) 864-REAP
Email: lahd.reap@lacity.org
Website: What is REAP? – Renters – LAHD (lacity.org)