Summary
If a roommate misuses rent funds, you can contact the local agency that provided financial assistance and notify your landlord about the situation. California law offers tenant protections, including just cause eviction and notice periods. As a senior and disabled individual, you may have additional protections. Consider reaching out to local legal aid organizations like Bay Area Legal Aid or the Law Foundation of Silicon Valley for assistance. For stable housing, agencies such as the Santa Clara County Housing Authority and LifeMoves can provide support.Full Conversation
I moved into an apartment under a sublease. I was transitioned out of a skilled nursing facility with financial assistance from a local agency. They $* for 1st month rent and $* for deposit. I found out my new roommate spent the money without giving any to the apt manager. He is now 3 months behind. As a disabled 62 year old what recourse do I have?
Hi ****,
I'm sorry to hear about your situation. To better assist you, could you please let me know your location (city and state)? This will help me provide information relevant to your local laws and resources.
San Jose, California
Hi ****,
I'm sorry to hear about your situation. Here are some steps you can consider:
- **Contact the Local Agency:** Inform them about the misuse of funds.
- **Notify the Landlord:** Explain the situation and provide documentation.
- **Seek Legal Aid:** Contact local legal aid organizations, such as Bay Area Legal Aid.
Would you like details for any specific organization or assistance with another issue?
Yes. Can I be forced out. I know there are protections under California law and I need time.
Hi ****,
Here are some protections under California law that might help you:
- **Just Cause Eviction:** Landlords must provide a valid reason for eviction.
- **Notice Period:** Landlords must give a * or *-day notice for most evictions.
- **Tenant Protections:** You may have additional protections as a senior and disabled individual.
Would you like details on local legal aid or tenant rights organizations?
Yes. The agency that provided funding is aware but can’t assist
Hi ****,
I'm sorry to hear about your situation. Here are some local organizations that can provide legal aid and tenant rights assistance:
Bay Area Legal Aid
Phone: (*) *-*
Website: www.baylegal.org Law Foundation of Silicon Valley
Phone: (*) *-*
Website: www.lawfoundation.orgWould you like more information on these organizations or assistance with another issue?
Yes
Hi ****,
Here are the details for the organizations that can help you:
Bay Area Legal Aid
Phone: (*) *-*
Website: www.baylegal.org Law Foundation of Silicon Valley
Phone: (*) *-*
Website: www.lawfoundation.orgWould you like assistance with another issue?
I’m hoping to find an agency to help me find stable housing. It has already been determined that being homeless or in a shelter would be a health hazard.
Hi ****,
Here are some agencies that can assist you with finding stable housing:
Santa Clara County Housing Authority
Phone: (*) *-*
Website: www.scchousingauthority.org LifeMoves
Phone: (*) *-*
Website: www.lifemoves.orgWould you like more information or assistance with another issue?
That’s fine. Thank you
Hi ****,
You're welcome. If you need any further assistance or have more questions in the future, feel free to reach out. Take care!
Best regards,
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