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Access Points provide Coordinated Entry Assessments and updates on a walk-in basis. Please contact Access Points in advance to confirm hours. People experiencing housing instability can also call 2-1-1 to be directed to their nearest Coordinated Entry Access Point.
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.
CHA has nine Digital Resource Centers (DRCs) located in various CHA family properties and community centers across Chicago. These centers can hold between 20 and 40 people. DRC's are staffed by CHA residents or Housing Choice Voucher Program participants. Each center has computers, updated software, projectors, and Wi-Fi.
What You Can Do There: DRCs offer open computer time, technical help, and special programs for people of all ages. They are open to CHA residents and everyone in the community.
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!
CHA conducts inspections on subsidized units to ensure they are meeting health and safety standards as established by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).
FamilyWorks helps families living in CHA’s public housing. FamilyWorks offers a variety of coaching services to help families in need. Families benefit from needs assessments, goal planning, coaching support, and referrals to essential services both internal and external to CHA.
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.
