Sunday, December 21, 2025

Altadena Workshop to Offer One-on-One Help as County Rent Relief Program Opens for Eaton Fire Survivors

Los Angeles County Supervisor Kathryn Barger is urging Altadena residents affected by the Eaton Fire to apply for the county’s newly launched Emergency Rent Relief Program, which is now accepting applications from eligible landlords and homeowners. The announcement comes as county officials prepare to offer in-person application assistance Monday at the Altadena Community Center.

The program offers grants to cover eligible rental debt and related housing expenses, with assistance potentially covering up to six months of rent debt and mortgage assistance—subject to program limits. It is accepting applications from landlords and homeowners impacted by the Eaton Fire and other emergency-related hardships.

Landlords must submit applications first, after which tenants will complete a required tenant profile to support eligibility. Homeowners displaced by the Los Angeles Wildfires as well as landlords whose rental properties have outstanding fire-related repairs are also eligible.

Designed to stabilize housing in communities impacted by emergencies, the program helps renters remain housed while also supporting landlords and displaced homeowners facing financial strain.

“The Eaton Fire has created a housing and rental crisis for thousands of households, and I’m committed to doing everything possible to help individuals and families remain stably housed,” said Supervisor Kathryn Barger. “I strongly encourage landlords to apply. This help is for renters and displaced homeowners. Anyone in need should contact the program as soon as possible. These grants are lifelines that can stabilize neighborhoods and prevent displacement.”

Members of the public who would like to apply but need help or have questions are invited to attend an in-person workshop on Monday, December 22, from 11:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the Altadena Community Center, which is located at 730 East Altadena Drive, Altadena, CA 91001.

The workshop is being hosted by the Department of Consumer and Business Affairs in partnership with technical assistance provider Klimt Consulting, LLC.

Attendees will receive one-on-one application assistance, including document uploads and general troubleshooting. Support will be available in English and Spanish.

“This hands-on support is critical to ensuring landlords and homeowners can navigate the application process with confidence,” Supervisor Barger added. “The easier we make it to apply, the faster we can deliver relief to renters who need it.”

Landlords and eligible homeowners can learn more about the Emergency Rent Relief Program and apply online at lacountyrentrelief.com.

Applications are now open and will be accepted through January 23, 2026, or until available funds are exhausted.