Housing Authority of Cook County

09/14/2020

The Housing Authority of Cook County (HACC) will be re-opening site-based wait lists for one bedroom low income public housing (LIPH) and project-based voucher (PBV) units at Riverdale Senior for seniors 62 years of age or older located at 335 W. 138th St. in Riverdale, IL. The LIPH and PBV Programs are rental assistance programs where the resident pays 30% of his/her income towards the rent to the owner and the HACC subsidizes the remainder.

To be eligible for the Riverdale Senior LIPH units, applicant’s total household income may not exceed the low income limit (80% AMI), which is $51,000 for a 1 person household; $58,250 for a 2 person household.

To be eligible for the Riverdale Senior PBV units, applicant’s total household income may not exceed the very low income limit (50% AMI), which is $31,850 for a 1 person household; $36,400 for a 2 person household.

Click the link for more information: https://buff.ly/32bjM2R

Make sure you're eligible to apply and head over to thehacc.org to submit your application. Contact [email protected] with any issues or questions.

09/11/2020

Today we pray for families and remember the victims of 9/11.

09/09/2020

You still have time to be counted in the 2020 Census! September 30,2020 is the last day for households to self-respond online, by phone or by mail. Fill out your census today: https://my2020census.gov/ #becounted #2020census

09/07/2020

Happy Labor Day, from the Housing Authority of Cook County!

09/04/2020

Residents of HACC with 3-5-year-old children!
Get paid $50 to text and support your child’s learning! Interested? Please REGISTER HERE: https://forms.gle/hoH8T9MHmc3NKh7J9

09/03/2020

Let’s continue to keep everyone safe and protect ourselves against #COVID19. We will get through this together. #onecookcounty

For more information about Cook County's resources and response to Coronavirus (COVID-19) please visit: https://www.cookcountyil.gov/service/information-covid-19

09/03/2020

Cook County, Comcast To Provide Free Internet Service For 14,000 Suburban Students Living In Public Housing

Cook County, Comcast To Provide Free Internet Service For 14,000 Suburban Students Living In Public Housing

County Board President Toni Preckwinkle said a recent national survey shows 80% of white households in the U.S. have internet access, compared to 67% of Black households and 60% of Latinx households.

09/02/2020

Toni Preckwinkle

Toni Preckwinkle

08/31/2020

The

“Long ago, the Supreme Court decided that "separate but equal" could never truly be equal. Nowhere is this principle more important than in the communities we choose to call home. Diverse communities are not something to be feared…we're calling for a re-imagining of the "Suburban Lifestyle Dream" -- one where everyone has access, and anyone can belong.”

https://www.dailyherald.com/discuss/20200830/the-x201csuburban-lifestyle-dreamx201d-we-all-deserve

Guest columnists Toni Preckwinkle and Richard Monocchio: When Pamela Mitchell turned the key to the front door of her new home, she looked to her 9-year-old daughter and said, "Pinch me."

08/28/2020

As the new school year starts, The Housing Authority of Cook County would like to highlight our students that participated in our Summer Enrichment program. Throughout the summer, these delightful students worked hard to continue their academic studies. For their participation each of these students has received a gift card. We wish our students the best of luck for the new school year! 📚

08/26/2020

Residents of The Housing Authority of Cook County with 3-5-year-old children!
You can earn $50 for completing the PEAKS text message program. This offer is only for the first 200 people who sign up!
Please REGISTER HERE: https://buff.ly/34AryFh

08/24/2020

Cook County Rental Assistance Instructions

📢 Today is the last day to apply for Cook County COVID-19 Recovery: Rental Assistance Program. The application closes at 4:00 p.m.

Apply here: https://buff.ly/3gUUdYU

Video instructions on how to apply for rental assistance: https://buff.ly/3j6lSqf

08/24/2020

There are several communities designated as “hard to count” in Cook County, including children under 18. If children are underreported in the 2020 Census, it will impact services and federal funds allocated to them over the next decade. We must ensure every child’s future counts through an accurate Census count. Respond by phone, by mail or online at my2020census.gov #BeCounted

08/21/2020

Cook County COVID-19 Recovery: Rental Assistance Program application has been extended through Monday, August 24 at 4:00 p.m.

Apply today: https://buff.ly/3gUUdYU
Video instructions on how to apply for assistance:https://buff.ly/3j6lSqf

08/20/2020

Please continue to wear a mask to protect yourself and others from #COVID-19.

08/18/2020

Cook County Rental Assistance Instructions

Cook County Rental Assistance Instructions

08/18/2020

Login to Cook County Live to track your account | Cook County Live

TODAY is the last day to apply for the Cook County COVID-19 Recovery: Rental Assistance Program. Click here to apply today: https://buff.ly/3gUUdYU

Login with your Cook County Live Guest Account to save and track your favorite properties, plus review your online applications.

08/17/2020

Summer Scenes at Vera Yates Homes in Ford Heights, IL...

New siding, windows and door frames do a lot to spruce up the place and make it feel like home 🏡

08/17/2020

COVID-19 Community Recovery Initiative | CookCountyIL.gov

It’s not too late to apply for the Cook County COVID-19 Recovery: Rental Assistance Program. The last day to apply is TOMORROW 8/18. Click here to apply today: https://buff.ly/3gUUdYU

To qualify for this program, applicants must meet the following criteria:
• Renter in Suburban Cook County
• Have had a COVID-19 financial hardship due to a loss of income
• Have income pre and post COVID-19 at or below 80% AMI.
• Have unpaid rent that occurred on or after March 27, 2020
• Cannot be a participant in any other subsidized housing program, such as the Housing Choice Voucher Program or project-based rental assistance

Visit www.cookcountyil.gov/recovery for more information about this emergency rental assistance program and any other resources that may be available.

We created this rapid response program to provide equitable and holistic comprehensive financial relief and critical support services to help suburban Cook County residents and small businesses rebound stronger than ever from the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. The initiative, funded by the federal...

08/14/2020

Cook County Department of Public Health

Greater Chicago Food Depository

The Lunch Bus = Free Meals Near You!

Children and teens 18 and under will receive nutritious meals for free at locations throughout the South suburbs. Meals are offered for “grab-and-go” while supplies last.

JUNE 8 – AUGUST 14
MONDAY, WEDNESDAY, FRIDAY

Locations and Distribution Time:
Lansing Public Library 2750 Indiana Ave. Lansing 10:55-11:30 a.m.
Jirtle Park E. 25th St. & Union Ave. Chicago Heights 11:55 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Smith Park Ashland Ave. & 14th Pl. Chicago Heights 1:05-1:40 p.m.
Blue Island Public Library 2433 York St. Blue Island 2:15-2:50 p.m.
JUSTICE PARK DISTRICT 7747 S. Oak Grove Ave. Justice 11:15-11:50 a.m.
BERWYN TOWNSHIP 6600 W. 26th St. Berwyn 12:20-12:55 p.m.

08/13/2020

Suburban Cook County renters you still have time to apply to the Cook County COVID-19 Recovery: Rental Assistance Program. The program pays up to three (3) months of overdue rent for payments you missed since March 27, 2020. If you owe only one or two late rent payments, we will also pay for one to two months of rent going forward, for a total of three (3) rental payments.

The last day to apply is August 18! Click here to apply today: https://buff.ly/3gUUdYU

08/13/2020

Yesterday, The HACC delivered healthy meals to our residents who were affected by the power outage due to the storm. Special thanks to the Greater Chicago Food Depository for your help with this effort.

08/12/2020

Illinois Housing Development Authority

IMPORTANT! Please be careful with the information you share over the phone.

ALERT: If you receive a call from someone claiming to be from the Illinois Housing Development Authority (IHDA) or working in conjunction with IHDA to administer the Emergency Rental Assistance program, or any other program, please hang up and contact our call center at (312) 883-2720 or toll free at (888) 252-1119.

IHDA and/or our Emergency Rental Assistance partners are not initiating contact with applicants by email, phone or text message to request personal or financial information.

To reiterate:
• Applying for the Emergency Rental Assistance program is completely FREE, there is no charge.
• IHDA and our partners will not contact applicants seeking personal information.
• Do NOT give or send personal information to someone over the phone or text or email, hang up and contact the IHDA call center if you have any questions.

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¡ALERTA!

Si recibe una llamada, un mensaje de texto o correo electrónico de alguien que dice ser de la Autoridad de Desarrollo de Vivienda de Illinois (IHDA) o que trabaja en conjunto con IHDA para administrar el programa de Asistencia de Renta de Emergencia, o cualquier otro programa, comuníquese con nuestro llamado centro al (312) 883-2720 o gratis al (888) 252-1119.
IHDA y nuestros socios de Asistencia de renta de emergencia no están iniciando contacto con los solicitantes por correo electrónico, teléfono o mensaje de texto para solicitar información personal o financiera.

Recuerde
• Solicitar el programa de Asistencia de Renta de Emergencia es completamente GRATIS, no hay cargos.
• IHDA y nuestros socios no se comunicarán con los solicitantes que busquen información personal.
• NO dé ni envíe información personal a alguien por teléfono, mensaje de texto o correo electrónico, cuelgue y comuníquese con el centro de llamadas de IHDA si tiene alguna pregunta

08/12/2020

Take a moment out of your day to full out the 2020 Census. To count everyone in the 2020 Census, we need to come together. Learn more about Census resources and ways to bring your community together to ensure an accurate count:
www.cookcountyil.gov/census #CookCountyCensus

08/10/2020

Alliance to End Homelessness in Suburban Cook County

APPLICATIONS NOW OPEN: Illinois Housing Development Authority Emergency Rental Assistance (ERA) Program

If you have applied for another government program and have not yet been approved, you may still apply!

This program is for Illinois renters who have been affected by the COVID-19 pandemic and need rental assistance. You can apply for rental assistance between August 10 and August 21. Click here to apply: https://era.ihda.org

Suburban Cook County Renters! You can also apply for the Cook County COVID-19 Rental Assistance Program! Apply here: https://buff.ly/2PGrw61

08/10/2020

The COVID-19 Recovery: Rental Assistance Program online application is now OPEN. This program is for Suburban Cook County renters who have been affected by the COVID-19 pandemic and need rental assistance. You can apply for rental assistance between August 10 and August 18. Click here to apply: https://buff.ly/2PGrw61

To qualify for this program, applicants must meet the following criteria:
• Renter in Suburban Cook County
• Have had a COVID-19 financial hardship due to a loss of income
• Have income pre and post COVID-19 at or below 80% AMI
• Have unpaid rent that occurred on or after March 27, 2020
• Cannot be a participant in any other subsidized housing program, such as the Housing Choice Voucher Program or project-based rental assistance

08/10/2020

Please visit https://getmypaymentil.org for information on about the step-by-step process to follow in order to receive a stimulus check – whether or not an individual has filed 2018 and 2019 tax returns, whether or not an individual has a bank account, or whether an individual receives Social Security, veterans, SSI, or Railroad Retirement benefits. Eligible individuals have until October 15, 2020, to complete any necessary paperwork to process their stimulus payment.

08/07/2020

The COVID-19 Recovery: Rental Assistance Program helps suburban Cook County residents having difficulty paying their rent as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic.

For more information about COVID-19 Recovery: Rental Assistance Program. Please visit: https://www.cookcountyil.gov/service/covid-19-recovery-rental-assistance-program

You can apply for rental assistance between August 10 and August 18.

08/07/2020

Toni Preckwinkle

Watch now as Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle announce the rental assistance program for suburban Cook County residents experiencing financial insecurity due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

08/06/2020

Families who do not currently receive SNAP benefits, but who have children who are eligible to receive free or reduced meals if school were in session, need to apply for the P-EBT program. For learn more about the P-EBT program, information can be found https://buff.ly/38c5oZG
The deadline for P-EBT applications has been extended to August 31, 2020

08/06/2020

Friends of the Forest Preserves

Friends of the Forest Preserves

Friends is hiring! We're seeking a North Branch Conservation Corps crew member. Conservation Corps members work year-round to remove invasive species and restore native plants throughout the forest preserves in Cook County. This program provides valuable skills and certifications that could lead to a long-term career in natural land management or other environmental jobs. Please visit fotfp.org/who-we-are/jobs to learn more and to apply. #fotfp #DreamJob #GreenJobs

08/04/2020

To ensure our communities are accurately represented in the 2020 Census, we need everybody in. Find out more about how to prepare for the Census here: www.cookcountyil.gov/census #CookCountyCensus #OneCookCounty

08/04/2020

Have you heard about beWELL?

beWELL.thehacc.org is your online guide for personal growth. From preschool to your elder years, the goal of this guide is to provide a path for you and your family to Work, Earn, Live and Learn in suburban Cook County.

- Are you searching for helpful resources during #COVID19 ?

- Are you ready for a career change?

- Are you wondering about financial aid options for college?

Visit beWELL.thehacc.org today for helpful resources! #beWELL

08/03/2020

Please keep doing your part, and stay safe. Protect yourself by wearing a face mask and practice social distancing. We are #OneCookCounty

07/31/2020

La Casa Norte

Experiencing #homelessness is due to multiple reasons. We work with our clients to help provide essential services to become self-sufficient and stable.

#LaCasaNorte #EndHomelessness #ChicagoNonprofit