Still Displaced? Rental and Temporary Housing Assistance for Eaton Fire Survivors
FEMA temporary housing support for renters ended October 9, 2026. For homeowners FEMA temporary housing support continued until July 9, 2027. If you're a renter or homeowner still displaced by the Eaton Fire, struggling to afford temporary housing, or at risk of eviction, several programs may be able to help.
- Neighborhood Housing Services of LA County – Offers interim rental housing support, financial counseling, case management, and assistance finding housing resources. Call 213-381-2862.
- Better Angels Fire Recovery Grants – Provides grants to help wildfire survivors with rental housing costs.
- FEMA Continued Temporary Housing Assistance – If you are a displaced homeowner, you may qualify for continued rental assistance, including those whose insurance housing benefits have ended. Call 800-621-3362 to review eligibility. If you are a displaced renter, the October 9 FEMA appeal deadline has passed.
- DPSS General Relief Housing Subsidy – Offers rental subsidies to eligible General Relief recipients experiencing or at risk of homelessness. Call 866-613-3777.
- DPSS Emergency Assistance to Prevent Eviction – Provides emergency rental assistance for eligible CalWORKs households who have fallen behind on rent.
- St. Vincent de Paul of Los Angeles – May provide rental and utility assistance, furniture, and essential household items.
- Free Legal Assistance for Fire Survivors – LAFLA, NLSLA, and Bet Tzedek offer free legal assistance with housing disputes, eviction concerns, FEMA appeals, and tenant rights.
Program eligibility, funding, and availability vary. We encourage renters to contact these organizations directly to determine what assistance remains available. For more housing, financial, and legal assistance, visit EFRU's Resources Directory.