Expedited Housing Initiative (Rapid Rehousing Program)
Chicago Department of Family and Support Services
Chicago, Illinois
The Rapid Rehousing program provides services for households experiencing homelessness in Chicago to rapidly exit from homeless shelters or unsheltered locations and maintain stable housing. Services include housing location, rental assistance, and case management services for up to 24 months.
Other Eligibility Requirements
Persons experiencing or at risk of homelessness
Total Funding
$20,000,000
Funding Source
Special one-time federal funding
Funding Year
2022
Assistance Used For
Rent arrears
Current and/or future rent
Security deposits and relocation fees
Utilities
Food or household essentials
How Provided?
Rental assistance paid to landlord, housing agency, or approved vendor only