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A Safe Haven has offered three types of Veteran housing based on individual need, assessment, and eligibility, including transitional housing, per diem housing, and permanent affordable housing. Veterans have access to the appropriate level of housing which may include full wrap-around services, supportive housing, and employment services, to independent permanent affordable housing.

Services

Homelessness Prevention Programs
Transitional Housing/Shelter
Housing Forward works with individuals and families who are unsheltered and help them transition to supportive housing. Street Outreach Specialists connect with individuals by addressing basic needs such as food, water, personal hygiene kits, and clothing. As trust and relationship is built, staff members assess the needs of unsheltered individuals and connect them to case management, supportive services, and referrals.Diversion services help individuals and families who are facing homelessness to avoid emergency shelters or living on the street. This program provides immediate case management and support to help households rely on their existing strengths and support network.

Services

Homeless Diversion Programs
Street Outreach Programs
City of Chicago - 311 City Services coordinates entry into city shelters for homeless families and individuals through a central system which can be accessed by dialing 311.
Homelessness Prevention helps individuals and families at imminent risk of homelessness remain in their current housing and avoid the trauma of eviction. Case managers employ a variety of stabilization strategies to address the immediate situation. Once the crisis has been resolved, clients can shift focus from survival to achieving a plan for ensuring long-term stability.
The Success and Stability program provides comprehensive case management services and financial coaching to help families (at risk of homelessness) find stable housing, increase financial stability, and reduce student mobility.
Aunt Martha's provides homeless prevention services to help individuals and families stay in their current homes, shorten the amount of time they stay in shelters, and find affordable housing. To prevent or shorten the experience of homelessness, they may be able to help individuals and families pay their rent, mortgage, and/or utility bills. Their case managers are trained to support people and families, answer questions, and make sure you have a place to call home.
Phoenix Foundation serves as a Coordinated Entry System Access Point. Access Points provide Coordinated Entry Assessments and updates on a walk-in basis. The Coordinated Entry System (CES) connects people who are experiencing homelessness to housing opportunities in Chicago. The CES uses a standardized housing assessment to understand the needs of households and refer youth, individuals, and families to housing. The assessment is available to all eligible persons regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, familial status, disability, actual or perceived sexual orientation, gender identity, or marital status.
Matthew House serves as a Coordinated Entry System Access Point. Access Points provide Coordinated Entry Assessments and updates on a walk-in basis. The Coordinated Entry System (CES) connects people who are experiencing homelessness to housing opportunities in Chicago. The CES uses a standardized housing assessment to understand the needs of households and refer youth, individuals, and families to housing. The assessment is available to all eligible persons regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, familial status, disability, actual or perceived sexual orientation, gender identity, or marital status.
The Puerto Rican Cultural Center - El Rescate Transitional Living Program provides access to overnight or longer-term shelter and assessments to connect clients to a longer-term housing program for youth ages 18-24. Program staff will complete the Standardized Housing Assessment with clients to record their current situation and needs so they can be connected to a housing program, if eligible when there is an opening. Housing programs range from transitional housing to short-term rapid rehousing to permanent supportive housing.
Heartland Alliance Health serves as a Coordinated Entry System Access Point. Access Points provide Coordinated Entry Assessments and updates on a walk-in basis. The Coordinated Entry System (CES) connects people who are experiencing homelessness to housing opportunities in Chicago. The CES uses a standardized housing assessment to understand the needs of households and refer youth, individuals, and families to housing. The assessment is available to all eligible persons regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, familial status, disability, actual or perceived sexual orientation, gender identity, or marital status.
Aunt Martha's provides homeless prevention services to help individuals and families stay in their current homes, shorten the amount of time they stay in shelters, and find affordable housing. To prevent or shorten the experience of homelessness, they may be able to help individuals and families pay their rent, mortgage, and/or utility bills. Their case managers are trained to support people and families, answer questions, and make sure you have a place to call home.
CEDA's staff of HUD-certified Housing Counselors are available to assist with foreclosure prevention, pre-purchase, post-purchase, rental counseling, and financial counseling. We can also help identify those who qualify for new COVID-19 rent/mortgage relief programs.

Services

Mortgage Delinquency and Default Counseling
Homebuyer/Home Purchase Counseling
Homeless Diversion Programs
Tenant Readiness Education Programs
Personal Financial Counseling
Heartland Alliance can provide one-time financial assistance to resolve the crisis and maintain housing stability along with one-time case management services and refer out to any other services needed. The purpose is to increase housing stability and prevent homelessness, which is often caused by an unexpected financial crisis (loss of job, medical emergency, etc.). Depending on the assistance given and the funding source, Homeless Prevention assistance is sometimes only available once per year or every two years.
For people who are in a homeless situation, this program provides: - Rent assistance. - Utility assistance. - Case management.

Services

At Risk/Homeless Housing Related Assistance Programs
Case/Care Management
CEDA's staff of HUD-certified Housing Counselors are available to assist with foreclosure prevention, pre-purchase, post-purchase, rental counseling, and financial counseling. We can also help identify those who qualify for new COVID-19 rent/mortgage relief programs.

Services

Mortgage Delinquency and Default Counseling
Homebuyer/Home Purchase Counseling
Homeless Diversion Programs
Tenant Readiness Education Programs
Personal Financial Counseling
Edward Hines, Jr. VA Hospital's Homeless Veteran Supported Employment Program (HVSEP) provides vocational assistance, job development, and placement, and ongoing supports to improve employment outcomes among homeless veterans and veterans at-risk of homelessness. They also offer Vocational Rehabilitation Services a case management service for veterans interested in employment, vocational training, or educational goals.
For people who are in a homeless situation, this program provides: - Rent assistance. - Utility assistance. - Case management.

Services

At Risk/Homeless Housing Related Assistance Programs
Case/Care Management
Provides financial and support services to Veteran families. The program is a housing stability-focused service delivery program that serves veteran families that are homeless or imminently at-risk of being homeless. The goal is to stabilize these families in housing, while providing on-going support as needed to sustain independent living. Services may include: - Rental and utility deposits. - Limited rental and utility assistance. - Limited moving costs and emergency supplies. - Case management services. - Transportation assistance. - Information and referrals to community resources. - Assistance in obtaining VA benefits. - Assistance in obtaining and securing other public benefits. - Assistance in securing permanent housing.

Services

At Risk/Homeless Housing Related Assistance Programs
Temporary Financial Assistance
Information and Referral
Veteran Benefits Assistance
Street homeless and those living in a place not meant for human habitation can enter to be assessed and referred for housing possibilities.

Services

At Risk/Homeless Housing Related Assistance Programs
Financial and support services for Veteran Families that are homeless or imminently at-risk of being homeless. The goal is to stabilize these families in housing, while providing on-going support as needed to sustain independent living. Services may include: - Rental and utility deposits. - Limited rental and utility assistance. - Limited moving costs and emergency supplies. - Case management services. - Transportation assistance. - Information and referrals to community resources. - Assistance in obtaining VA benefits. - Assistance in obtaining and securing other public benefits. - Assistance in securing permanent housing.

Services

Temporary Financial Assistance
Information and Referral
Veteran Benefits Assistance
At Risk/Homeless Housing Related Assistance Programs
Housing assistance program that provides the following for individuals and families experiencing domestic violence: - Education about housing stability and permanent housing opportunities. - Assistance with applying for and securing permanent housing. - Ongoing case management for residential and non-residential clients.
Offers coordinated assessments to individuals and families experiencing homelessness or are at-risk. Comprehensive services include: - Day Resource Center: Offers assessment for services and case management for people experiencing homelessness. Provides counseling, a mailing address, basic needs and hygiene products. - Emergency Overnight Shelter (Open October 1 through April 30) Offers a temporary place for people to sleep every night from October to April. Clients receive dinner, breakfast in the morning, and a sack lunch to take with them. - Outreach Program: Provides outreach to individuals who are experiencing homelessness but are resistant to services. Offers supportive services in their current environment. - Supportive Housing: Offers permanent housing for individuals with mental illnesses. Provides 24/7 supportive services on-site by clinical professionals. - Prevention and Diversion Program: Offers case management services for people who are on the verge of homelessness.
Administrative Entity that oversees programs for families and individuals in crisis. Services and resources delivered out of this location include rental assistance, food, transportation assistance, medication, and clothing assistance to those who demonstrate a need. Also provides immigrant-related services and support in goal planning and assistance in accessing available resources. Services can be provided over the phone, through email, virtually and in person.
Provides a Poverty Diversion Program where case management helps families work their way out of poverty. A trained case worker partners with the family to identify barrier to self-sufficiency (unemployment, insecure housing, lack of job skills, lack of childcare, etc.) and ways to address them by connecting with community support organizations and more. Offers case management services to help families form a plan to gain self-sufficiency. Provides access and referrals to: - Shelter - Food - Education - Transportation - Health Services - Childcare - Legal Services - Job Training - Spiritual Guidance
Assists homeless individuals and families in accessing housing programs. Eligible clients go through a need/risk assessment which will place them on a housing prioritization list. Various housing programs will select clients from the list as space and funds become available.