Are you an Older Adult who lives in the City of La Mesa and needs support to pay your rent?
You may qualify for monthly rent assistance and case management if:
Priority will be given to:
| Family Size | 30% of AMI Extremely Low Income |
50% of AMI Very Low Income |
| 1 | $31,850 | $53,050 |
| 2 | $36,400 | $60,600 |
| 3 | $40,950 | $68,200 |
| 4 | $45,450 | $75,750 |
| 5 | $49,100 | $81,850 |
| 6 | $52,750 | $87,900 |
| 7 | $56,400 | $93,950 |
| 8 | $60,0000 | $100,000 |
We are hosting Information Sessions and Office Hours at the
City of La Mesa Adult Enrichment Center,
8450 La Mesa Blvd., La Mesa, CA 91942.
Attend an Info Session
March 20, 2025
10:30‒11:30am, 6:00‒7:00pm
Book an Appointment
Please call (619) 667-1322 in advance to reserve a 20-minute appointment.
March 24, 2025 | 1:00‒4:00pm
March 26, 2025 | 9:00am‒12:00pm
March 27, 2025 | 4:00‒7:00pm
OR
For general questions, call (858) 637-3217.
Book an appointment. Please bring the following documents:
Please call (619) 667-1322 in advance to reserve a 20-minute appointment.
Complete the online application
Upload the documents or email [email protected].
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.
A: Please contact Jewish Family Service at (858) 637-3217.
