In response to the needs of older adults affected by the recent Eaton Fire, Los Angeles County is hosting a special workshop to support residents aged 62 and older who hold reverse mortgages and are facing property damage or loss.
The workshop will help participants take the first steps to better understand their existing reverse mortgage agreements and the financial and legal implications tied to disaster-related property damage.
The event will take place on Saturday, May 10, 2025, from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at MonteCedro Senior Living Community, located at 2212 El Molino Avenue, Altadena, CA 91001. Spanish and Armenian translation services will be available to ensure broader access for attendees.
A group workshop will be led by Aimee Williams, Associate Vice President of Justice for Tenants, Homeowners, and Unhoused Individuals at Bet Tzedek Legal Services. Ms. Williams will provide critical guidance and answer questions related to reverse mortgages in the context of disaster recovery. There will also be representatives from various housing and legal services agencies–including the Federal Housing Administration, U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, and pro bono legal private firms–on hand to help with more individualized consultations.
“Seniors navigating the aftermath of the Eaton Fire shouldn’t have to face uncertainty alone—especially when it comes to complex issues like reverse mortgages,” said Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors Chair Kathryn Barger. “That’s why I’ve brought together the Los Angeles County Department of Aging and Disabilities, the Los Angeles County Development Authority, and the Department of Consumer and Business Affairs to partner with local experts for this workshop. Our goal is to offer clarity, guidance, and trusted advice to help seniors make informed decisions during a challenging time.”
Participants will gain insight into their rights, responsibilities, and next steps as they recover from the fire and assess the impact on their homes and finances.