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CHA Summer Youth programs are on track to reach 10 percent participation increase in 2024

July 29, 2024
CHA’s Summer Youth programs, such as Learn and Earn, Summer Youth Employment, Become a Filmmaker, and more, provide early exposure to career and education pathways. CHA summer programs are on track to reach the goal of a 10 percent increase in participation.
Participants in this award-winning program collaborate with DePaul University’s School of Cinematic Arts to learn all aspects of filmmaking, from story development to editing.
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Mother-daughter team graduates from CHA’s LevelUp wealth-building program, looks forward to their goal of homeownership

July 26, 2024

Traceye Butler and her daughter Shannell walked into a Chicago Housing Authority office in 2019 and inquired about becoming homeowners. Five years later, they are not only on the road to accomplishing their goal – but their journey has allowed them to grow closer.

Traceye Butler and her daughter Shannell both graduated last week from LevelUp, a Chicago Housing Authority wealth-building program.
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LevelUp Helps 45 CHA Residents Achieve their Dreams

July 18, 2024
CHA celebrated 45 new graduates of LevelUp at a ceremony held on Saturday, January 27. LevelUp is a wealth-building program that encourages residents to unlock their economic power by providing financial incentives as they reach their life goals.
CHA celebrated 45 new graduates of LevelUp at a ceremony held on Saturday, January 27.

FCC Commissioner Geoffrey Starks Visits CHA Residents and Staff

July 18, 2024

Last week, FCC Commissioner Geoffrey Starks visited CHA residents and staff to hear more about the Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP), a federal program which offers discounted internet service to eligible households. In 2023, CHA held nearly 75 events to enroll families in the ACP. That outreach resulted in approximately 1,800 new households enrolling in the program. 

FCC COMMISSIONER GEOFFREY STARKS VISITS CHA RESIDENTS AND STAFF

Laundry Improvements Make Life Better for CHA Seniors

July 18, 2024

Over the past twelve months, CHA has been making major improvements to laundry facilities across its senior portfolio. New commercial grade washers and dryers were added, as was new flooring, lighting and paint.

CHA Senior Resident in front of his building's new commercial grade washers

First Residential Building at Ogden Commons Nears Completion

July 18, 2024

Construction is wrapping up on the first residential phase of Ogden Commons, located on the site of the former Lawndale Complex in the North Lawndale community. The four-story building includes 92 apartments - 37 CHA-subsidized, 46 affordable and nine market-rate. Work is expected to be completed this spring.

Ogden Commons

CHA CEO Tracey Scott Joins the Board of the Corporation for Supportive Housing

July 18, 2024
CHA CEO Tracey Scott was recently named to the 18-member Corporation for Supportive Housing (CSH) Board of Directors. Founded in 1991, CSH advances affordable and accessible housing aligned with services by advocating for effective policies and funding, equitably investing in communities, and strengthening the supportive housing field.

Seven CHA Residents Become Community Health Workers

July 18, 2024

Seven CHA residents recently became Certified Community Health Workers (CHW) after completing a rigorous training program that included 100 hours of instruction and an 80-hour practicum.

7 CHA RESIDENTS BECOME COMMUNITY HEALTH WORKERS

Preservation Update: Major Renovation Project at Brooks Homes Gets Underway

July 18, 2024

For the first time in nearly 25 years, CHA is undertaking a major renovation project at Brooks Homes, part of the ABLA campus on the near west side. The renovation includes interior updates and upgrades in all 330 apartments, new roofs, new doors and windows, and new landscaping, sidewalks and streets.

Brooks Homes

Big News for CHA in the Federal FY2024 Spending Bill

July 18, 2024

CHA applauds the Federal FY2024 Spending Bill that was signed by President Biden earlier this month. The bill includes $850,000 for each of two CHA projects located on the South Side: Legends South Phase A3 in Bronzeville, and LeClaire, near Midway Airport.

CHA Staff Pose with Representative Garcia and a large check representing $850,000 in funding for the LeClaire Courts Redevelopment