u/Dense_Court6497

Hi everyone, I’m hoping someone here can point me in the right direction or share advice/resources.

My mom is 61 years old and works full-time at a factory making $17/hour. She’s been doing her best to stay afloat, but her rent is currently $912/month and we just found out it’s going up in July to a price she simply won’t be able to afford.

She lives alone, doesn’t have much savings, and isn’t in a position to just “make more money.” I’m really worried about her stability, especially at her age.

I’m trying to figure out:

•	Would she even qualify as low-income for housing assistance?

•	Are there programs for people her age who are still working but struggling?

•	Where should I start looking for affordable or income-based apartments?

•	Are there waitlists we should get on now before July hits?

I just want to make sure she has a safe, stable place to live without being completely overwhelmed financially. Any advice, personal experiences, or direction would mean a lot.

Thank you! :)