For months, Alex has been searching for an affordable, accessible home to accommodate their roomie “household”: two disabled people, two caregivers, and two service dogs. In Ventura County, options like that are almost impossible to find.

After so much waiting and uncertainty, they finally found a rare, fully accessible home. However, opportunities like this don’t wait. It has to be secured quickly.

Trying to do everything right, Alex gave notice to their current property manager in February. Instead of a smooth transition, they were met with an unexpected setback: their notice was deemed insufficient, and they’re now being charged an additional month of rent ($3,800).

This sudden cost comes at the worst possible time, stacked on top of the deposit and first month’s rent needed to move forward. For someone living on SSI, with a fixed income and little room for emergencies, it’s an overwhelming barrier.

The funds raised will help Alex cover this unexpected expense so they can move into the accessible home and maintain their independence and safety.

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