Frequently Asked Questions About Homelessness

Where can I call for help for a homeless person or family in the city of Chicago?

Where can I call for help in suburban Cook County?

Where can I call for legal aid or advice for a homeless person or family living in Chicago or the suburbs?

How do I get my name on a waitlist for public housing?

How many homeless people live in Chicago?  

How many homeless students are in Chicago? 

How many homeless people live in Illinois? 

How many unaccompanied youth lived in Chicago? 

Who is experiencing homelessness in Chicago? 

How many homeless people are survivors of domestic violence? 

What is the racial breakdown of homeless people in Chicago? 

What income is needed to pay for rental housing in Illinois?