Mortgage Delinquency and Default Counseling | OPEN COMMUNITIES - Reverse Mortgage Counseling
Assists seniors through the process of qualifying for and obtaining a reverse mortgage loan (Home Equity Conversion Mortgage/HECM). Reverse mortgages allow homeowners to convert equity in their homes into income that can be used to pay for home improvements, medical costs, living expenses, or other expenses. Also offers housing counseling for seniors who are at risk of defaulting on an HECM loan.
Date of Last Formal Update
09/05/2025
Data provided by
Lake County 211
Physical Address
1740 Ridge Avenue, Suite 117, Evanston, IL 60201
Hours
Service Hours Monday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Tuesday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Wednesday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Thursday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Friday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Application process
Call for appointment Documents Required: - Pre-Intake Form - Other documents vary based on services
Fee
- Set Program Fee: $150.00 - Discount available
Eligibility
Must be seniors ages 55 years and older
Languages
Spanish
Service area
Lake County, IL
Agency info
OPEN COMMUNITIES
Organization that provides fair housing assistance, counseling, and services.