by | Jul 15, 2022 | Housing Developer Updates, Public Education & Organizing
While many seniors have difficulty finding affordable housing, LGBTQ+ elders face barriers that are both common and unique. As queer and transgender people age, they are less likely to have children or family that can support them as they age in place. Traditional...
by | Apr 13, 2022 | Advocacy Updates, Public Education & Organizing
In this condensed General Assembly session, which ended on April 8, Housing Action Illinois and our partners had three significant victories that further our mission. Key Wins Securing Statewide Source of Income Fair Housing Protections After multiple campaigns...
by | Jan 1, 2022 | Advocacy Alerts, Advocacy Updates, Public Education & Organizing
Each year, Housing Action Illinois works on a broad range of issues aligned with our core mission of creating an Illinois where everyone has a good, affordable place to call home. Below are some of our priorities for the 2022 Illinois General Assembly session, as well...
by | Dec 8, 2021 | Accomplishments, Organization Updates, Public Education & Organizing
Growing Hope in 2021 Although 2021 was another challenging year, we are proud of the achievements of our communities, members, and allies in our ongoing work to end homelessness and expand affordable housing. We invite you to celebrate these accomplishments and the...
by | Nov 15, 2021 | Advocacy Alerts, Advocacy Updates, Press Releases, Public Education & Organizing
Analysis shows most tax sale evictions occur on south, west sides of Chicago and suburban Cook County. For Immediate Release: November 15, 2021Contact: Bob Palmer, Policy Director, Housing Action Illinois, bob@housingactionil.org or 312-939-6075 COOK COUNTY – A...
by | Jul 20, 2021 | Advocacy Updates, COVID-19, Public Education & Organizing
Federally Funded Emergency Rental Assistance Programs Learn about other COVID-19 resources related to housing and homelessness » Rental Assistance Available in Illinois September 2024 Update: We are no longer keeping this page up-to-date. If you need emergency rent...
