La Mesa Older Adult Rental Assistance

A: Unfortunately, no. The Older Adult Rental Assistance program is only available for residents of the incorporated City of La Mesa.

A: Unfortunately, no. The Head of Household must be 55 years or older to qualify.

A: Jewish Family Service is hosting two Information Sessions on March 20 from 10:30‒11:30am and 6:00‒7:00pm at the City of La Mesa Enrichment Center. Additionally, we are hosting office hours on March 24, March 26, and March 27. Click HERE to complete the application.

A: Unfortunately, no. This program is only available to renters who have a legal obligation to pay rent and a current lease/rental agreement.

A: Click HERE to fill out an application online or call (619) 667-1322 to schedule an in-person appointment at the La Mesa Enrichment Center during above office hours or email [email protected].

A: We require Identification, proof of monthly income, and a signed lease from your landlord or property manager.

A: Yes! JFS will work closely with your landlord/property manager to ensure they understand the program and submit the proper document to receive the $500 rent payment.

A: No, the City of La Mesa will issue a monthly payment directly to your landlord or property manager. JFS will work closely with your landlord/property manager to secure the information necessary to make these payments directly.

A: Unfortunately, no. This program provides shallow subsidy to Older Adults who are in good standing with their landlord and are not needing eviction prevention services.

A: Rent burdened means that 50% of income is going towards housing. For example, if your monthly income is $2,000 and our monthly rent is $1,000, you are considered rent burdened.