Housing Stability Services Referral
Get connected to the housing services you need
Cook County Resources
As part of our mission to promote and foster stable, long-term diverse communities in our service area, South Suburban Housing Center has created this page for renters and homeowners to find the resources they need to maintain housing.
Please note that South Suburban Housing Center is a partner agency for the Illinois Rental and Mortgage Assistance Programs. We will not be able to answer questions specific to the other programs listed.
Select from the following options to view available resources in Suburban Cook County, Illinois:
Mortgage Assistance IS NO LONGER AVAILABLE
State and county mortgage assistance programs are no longer available. South Suburban Housing Center does not offer monetary mortgage assistance. If you are facing mortgage distress, SSHC provides HUD-Approved Housing Counseling services for free. Learn more here and request intake today.
Rental Assistance is NO LONGER AVAILABLE
State and county rental assistance programs are no longer available. South Suburban Housing Center does not offer monetary rental assistance. If you are facing eviction, visit https://evictionhelpillinois.org/ to know your rights.
LEGAL AID
Cook County Legal Aid for Housing & Debt
Website:
https://www.cookcountylegalaid.org/
Phone:
(855) 956-5763
About:
If you are a Cook County renter facing eviction or are being sued for unpaid debt or rent, contact the Cook County Legal Aid for Housing by phone or chat online.
Legal Aid Chicago
Website:
https://www.legalaidchicago.org/
Phone:
(312) 341-1070
About:
Legal Aid Chicago provides free civil legal representation, specifically regarding family and safety, evictions, terminations, voucher program issues, utility services, and more.
Utility Assistance
Community and Economic Development Association of Cook County (CEDA)
LIHEAP APPLICATIONS ARE NOW OPEN
Website:
https://www.cedaorg.net/find-services/
About:
CEDA offers a variety of services and programs to Cook County households in need On their website you will find all available assistance, including:
- Gas and Electric Assistance
- Furnace Repair and Replacement
- Water Assistance
- Home Weatherization
- Family Support
- Support for Women, Infants, and Children
- Heating Assistance
- Electricity Assistance
- Water Assistance
- Furnace Assistance
Food Banks
Greater Chicago Food Depository
Website:
https://www.chicagosfoodbank.org/find-food/
About:
The Greater Chicago Food Depository is a network of food pantries and programs working to end hunger. If your household needs food, use the website’s search tool to find food banks near you including hours and contact information.
DISABILITY RESOURCES
Progress Center for Independent Living
Website:
http://progresscil.org/
Phone:
(708) 209-1500
About:
Progress Center for Independent Living provides persons with disabilities the tools and resources to be independent in their homes through information and referral, advocacy for rights, job seeking and personal management skills, and peer counseling.
The Arc of Illinois
Website:
https://www.thearcofil.org/what-we-do/
About:
The Arc of Illinois advocates for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, families, and community organizations to ensure that people with disabilities can live, work, learn, and play in communities across the state
Illinois Disability Resource Organization
Hosted by the Illinois State Library
Website:
https://www.ilbph.org/disability_resources.html
About:
If you or someone in your care is a person with disabilities, you can find resources on this page hosted by the Illinois State Library. The website provides links to Illinois Secretary of State forms and publications including information on the state’s parking program for persons with disabilities, services for senior citizens and persons with disabilities, and more.
Disability Works
Website:
https://www.illinoisworknet.com/disabilityworks
About:
Disability Works is an Illinois resource for employment, benefits, and connections to other agencies.