In just a few months, the CHA has made significant progress on its Restore Home initiative, fully restoring and leasing several multi-family buildings and single-family homes that were previously vacant due to extensive repair needs.
The Chicago Housing Authority teams up with the Chicago Park District to give memberships to CHA residents ages 6-12. With this membership, youth can join Summer Day Camp and other Park Kids Programs in the fall, winter, and spring at any park with these programs.
Park memberships allow CHA residents to join programs at low to no cost. CHA also has year-round special programs for residents with disabilities of all ages.
On August 1, U.S. District Judge Marvin Aspen approved a jointly-proposed Amendment to the 2019 Settlement Agreement between the Chicago Housing Authority (CHA) and Impact for Equity (IFE) in the landmark 1966 Gautreaux v.
Partnering with the Chicago Housing Authority (CHA) opens the door to a world of possibilities. By working together, you can help make a real difference in the lives of families and individuals in our community.
mRelief is a group that helps people sign up for food stamps. You can find out if you qualify and start your application here.
SNAP Work Requirements Suspended
Right now, you don’t need to meet work requirements to get SNAP benefits. This is because there’s a high unemployment rate in Illinois. This rule will be in place until October 31, 2024.
