At 72, Linda Lara was compelled to leave her home of 30 years in San Mateo due to a drastic rent increase after the apartment building was sold. Fortunately, she had previously applied for low-income senior housing and secured a studio apartment nearby, which she describes as a miracle. Still, despite working part-time and receiving Social Security, Lara faces ongoing financial difficulties and does not foresee retirement as a possibility. Her story highlights the challenges many older Americans face when dealing with rising living costs.
Linda Lara reflects on her remarkable journey, saying that after living in a beloved apartment for nearly three decades, facing a sudden rent hike led her to the unexpected miracle of securing subsidized senior housing nearby. Despite the financial struggles she still endures, Lara finds solace in her new living situation.
Having worked part-time and relied on Social Security, Lara shares her discontent about the reality of never being able to retire. Her story is a poignant reminder of the challenges faced by many older Americans.
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