ARE YOU STRUGGLING WITH YOUR MORTGAGE? (Residents affected by Eaton Fire)
The D’Andre D Lampkin Foundation is helping share this important resource for homeowners impacted by the Eaton Fire in Altadena and surrounding communities.
The Los Angeles County Development Authority (LACDA) and the LA County Aging & Disabilities Department are hosting a free in-person workshop for residents who are worried about keeping up with their mortgage after the wildfire.
At this session, county staff and housing specialists will help you:
- Understand your options if you’re behind on your mortgage or expect to fall behind
- Learn about mortgage forbearance and other temporary relief options for fire-impacted homeowners
- Get guidance on working with your lender and insurance company after a disaster
- Learn how to avoid scams that target wildfire survivors
- Connect with trusted local, state, and federal recovery resources
The Eaton Fire burned thousands of acres and destroyed or damaged thousands of structures in the Altadena–Pasadena area, leaving many residents facing steep rebuilding and housing costs. This workshop is designed specifically for homeowners affected by the Eaton Fire who are now struggling with their mortgage or worried about long-term housing stability.
Who should attend
- Homeowners whose homes were damaged or destroyed by the Eaton Fire
- Residents whose mortgage payments became unaffordable because of fire-related losses (income, property, or other impacts)
- Older adults and people with disabilities who need extra support in understanding their options
- Caregivers, family members, and advocates helping someone navigate mortgage and housing decisions after the fire
What to bring
- Your mortgage statement(s)
- Any letters or notices from your mortgage servicer or lender
- Insurance documents related to your home
- Photo ID (if available)
Bringing these documents is not required, but it will help staff give you more tailored information and referrals.
Organizer
The Los Angeles County Aging & Disabilities Department (AD) serves the County’s growing population of older adults, dependent adults, and adults with disabilities. As Los Angeles County’s designated Area Agency on Aging, AD coordinates a wide range of programs that help residents live with dignity and independence, including nutrition services, transportation resources, caregiver support, and digital-access initiatives.
AD also operates critical safety-net programs such as Adult Protective Services, which responds to reports of abuse, neglect, and self-neglect, and leads countywide initiatives like L.A. Found and Purposeful Aging Los Angeles (PALA). Through thoughtful action, compassion, and collaboration with community partners, the department works to ensure that older adults and people with disabilities can remain safe, connected, and fully included in the life of Los Angeles County.
Los Angeles County Development Authority (LACDA) is an independent public agency that “builds better lives and better neighborhoods” across Los Angeles County. Formed in 1982 through the consolidation of the Housing Authority, Community Development Department, and Redevelopment Agency, and rebranded as LACDA in 2019, the agency’s core pillars are affordable housing, community development, and economic development.
LACDA administers a wide range of programs that benefit residents and businesses in unincorporated communities and participating cities, including public and affordable housing, rental assistance for more than 28,000 low-income families through the Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) program, financing for affordable housing development, homeownership and home-improvement assistance, and small-business and neighborhood revitalization initiatives. As a key partner in the County’s Homeless Initiative, LACDA invests in permanent supportive housing and innovative programs that help residents find and keep safe, stable homes.
Venue
OUR MISSION
The Center’s Mission is to dedicate itself in providing comprehensive, high-quality services and programs that foster health, education, and social connections among residents of all ages and backgrounds.
OUR VISION
The Center’s Vision is to empower and enrich those who visit the Center through accessible, inclusive, and sustainable programming and services that promote well-being, cultural vitality, and community cohesion. By fostering a sense of belonging and providing essential resources, the Center will serve as a catalyst for personal and economic growth in the community. This plan incorporates a detailed analysis of the needs of the communities it serves, including demographic considerations.
