Housing Resources

Chicago Rental Assistance Program

  • Provides funding for Chicagoans at risk of becoming homeless.
  • Call 311 and ask for Short-Term Help to be transferred to the Homelessness Prevention Call Center

Community Service Center Locations

  • Anyone seeking shelter, food, clothing, or other assistance
  • Shelter referrals and placement

Street Light Chicago

  • Young adults in Chicago between the ages of 16 and 24 living with unstable housing
  • Find drop in centers; Reserve a bed for a night at an emergency shelter; Find health centers

At Risk of or Experiencing Homelessness

  • Chicago Coalition for the Homeless and community organizations
  • This resource guide includes a hotline if you’re having trouble paying rent, have a housing legal need, or need shelter.