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Senior Services

August 26, 2024

About Senior Services

CHA’s Resident Service Coordination Program, supports older adults living in senior designated buildings, with services being provided by Metropolitan Family Services. RSC’s can help with things like figuring out what assistance you need, connecting you to resources, helping with benefits, and organizing activities to keep you from feeling lonely. For more details, speak with the Resident Services Coordinator (RSC) in your building.

Must live in senior building to be eligible for services.

Technology Classes

August 27, 2024

AARP Foundation Digital Skills Ready @50+

For CHA residents, ages 50+.
In partnership with AARP, CHA offers free lectures, workshops, and multi-week technology courses in our Digital Resource Centers. These programs help older adults learn computer basics and develop useful tech skills.

Lender Education

Nov 28, 2024 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Charles A. Hayes Family Investment Center (FIC)

CHA residents will gain insights into the lending process and discover solutions for first-time homebuyers, affordable mortgages, grant programs, and other valuable resources. We look forward to seeing you at our in-person session! Pre-registration is required.

Beyond High School: Explore Your Options

August 28, 2024

Are you a CHA youth or young adult, ages 14-24?

The SOAR program offers free, one-on-one support from our Education Program Specialists to help you plan for life after high school, no matter your path. Whether you’re exploring colleges, job training, or other opportunities, SOAR is like having an extra coach to help you succeed!

Press Releases

200 college-bound students get send-off at largest CHA Take Flight event in history

August 30, 2024

Nearly 60 schools locally and across the country were represented Tuesday at the Take Flight College Send-Off – the largest turnout in the event’s history with 200 incoming freshman being provided a fond farewell at Huntington Bank Stadium Club.

Three young women smile and wave at the camera while holding large purple bags. They are standing in a hallway with other people in the background. One woman wears a black sweatshirt and ripped jeans, the second woman wears a white letterman jacket and jeans, and the third woman wears a light-colored t-shirt and dark jeans.

Resident Leadership – Central Advisory and Local Advisory Councils

August 29, 2024

People who live in CHA Public Housing elect leaders for their Local Advisory Council (LAC) every three years. These leaders, including positions like President, Vice President, Secretary, and Treasurer, work on local issues, organize activities, and help improve the community.

The Presidents of the LACs then form the Central Advisory Council (CAC), which elects its own Executive Board. The CAC focuses on city-wide issues, advocates for changes in policy, and makes sure that residents' voices are considered in important decisions.

Full Eligibility Requirements for the Choose to Own Program

August 30, 2024

Program Requirements

You must have had a CHA voucher or lived in public housing for at least one year.
You need to be following all the rules of your lease and be in good standing.
You must be buying a home for the first time and should not have owned a home in the last 3 years.
You must meet the income, credit, and savings requirements.

Income

CTO Orientation Session

Nov 28, 2024 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Virtual Orientation Session

CTO Orientation Sessions CTO orientation sessions are available both online and in person. If you want to learn more about the CTO program or find out if you qualify, you must attend a CTO orientation session. You need to attend the entire session to get credit for attending. You won’t be allowed to...

Press Releases

CHA Joins the Better Climate Challenge

July 12, 2023

The importance of reducing carbon emissions is profound in Chicago and elsewhere.

An electric vehicle charging station at Park Boulevard

Press Releases

HUD Awards Nearly $800K to CHA To Help Vulnerable Families and Youth in Foster Care Who Are at Risk of Homelessness

December 20, 2023

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) awarded $778,477 to the Chicago Housing Authority (CHA) Tuesday for 55 vouchers that will help youth with a history of foster care involvement who are homeless or at the risk of homelessness and families whose lack of adequate housing is the primary reason their children are in foster care.

A group of people standing in a room holding a giant check.