Need rent assistance in Illinois

[VanderPumper]

Good morning, my name is Rocio. It has been a year since I got divorced and had to move in with my sister because I did not have a place to live. Soon after I was divorced, I was diagnosed with breast cancer and had to go through two surgeries. At this moment, I am cancer free but still living with my sister.
I do have a child that I have full custody of. My ex refuses to help me rent a place. He is living in a nice place, driving the most expensive cars, and I am still in my sister’s living room. I have found a nice rental apartment for me and my son, but I do not make a lot of money. I am currently living in Illinois. Is there a place I can get help from to help me with the rent?
Please help me. I am so desperate, and I would like to offer my son a home and have our own privacy. I would greatly appreciate it.
Thanks,
Rocio

[Admin - Jon McNamara]

No agency in Chicago will give you $6000 for that back rent. While it is great you can pay all of your bills and housing going forward, $6000 is a lot of money. Maybe ask the landlord for a payment plan. Many will offer this to save them the expense from evicted you and the kids, marketing the home, fixing it up, etc. If you can pay a little of the rear rental expenses each month, this may keep you housed and avoid homelessness. Also, look into agencies that offer help for rent in Chicago.

[Admin - Jon McNamara]

If you have no source of income and are that far behind, then unfortunately there is little that can be done. As you know unemployment will not pay for your entire rent and other living expenses. You may need to start to look for alternate housing. But also talk to a case manager, as maybe they have suggestions for you on Cook county Illinois resources, as there are many that assist with housing needs. Locate resources for rent help in Cook County.

[Putin]

I am facing eviction with a rear rent balance of $6000. I left an abusive relationship with my 2 children 2 years ago with no job or vehicle. I now live in Chicago. I struggled to find odd work to pay what I could of rent to keep my kids safe. I have paid my rent on time and in full for the past 6 months with my full-time employment paycheck and child support. I am now able to afford my current bills but am unable to pay the rear rent balance owed.
If I would get assistance with the rear rent amount, I would finally be able to breathe knowing my children have a home that I can pay the rent currently and in the future. I’ve come so far but cannot seem to be able to overcome the obstacle of paying my past due rent amount. If you have any information of any agencies that could possibly help me and my daughters avoid having to be homeless or move back in with my abusive ex. Thank you so much, I would appreciate information you are able to provide.

[Housewife]

My three children just received an eviction notice yesterday. Unfortunately, I lost my job due to medical issues that that got me admitted into the hospital, but I am doing ok now. Also, with getting County insurance I will be able to get the testing and regular care needed so that I can be the strong mother that I am for my children. We are devastated because we just moved into our new home November 30, 2013 after being homeless and bouncing from house in Chicago IL.
We really don't want to move again nor do we have the means too and we love our new home. I got approved for unemployment insurance so we will be able to make our monthly bills with the help of County assistance (food stamps) and I have a list of job interviews but we need help with October and possibly November's rent.
My electricity was shut off TODAY and I am trying to get help through a Utility Assistance program now. In addition, we have no family or friends really that live in the area or that are willing to help. We have NO MONEY AT ALL Except FOR $7.53 in the Bank. PLEASE HELP US PLEASE AND YOU CAN CONTACT ME DIRECTLY. WE REALLY DON'T WANT TO GET EVICTED PLEASE HELP PLEASE HELP! We will help in any way possible to not only pay back but say thank you and show you our appreciation for helping us out. PLEASE CALL ME. Thank you so much and we look forward to hearing from you soon

[Admin - Jon McNamara]

You can also check with the city of Chicago on unsafe housing, as the landlord needs to provide water. Regardless, funds for a security deposit are rare. You are more likely to get help for first months rent. There are a few places to try in the city, and learn more on rental asisistance in Chicago.

[Me fam]

Hi, I need help with either security deposit or first month rent. I do not have money for everything but I have job to pay rent. Right now I am looking for an apartment in a safer area in Chicago Illinois for me and my daughter. We do not having running water where we are staying at. And its getting hard and embarrassed. I need help. How do I go about getting help?

[grandma]

I have been unemployed for two years with a background in default servicing. I have been unable to pay rent for 9 months but my landlord stated that if I just pay June rent at $1600 and find a job soon he will work with me and waive the 3 day pay or quit notice. So I need help with this payment and welfare and the state of Illinois cannot help me.

[Admin - Jon McNamara]

Try the Illinois Rental Housing Support assistance program. It provides rent subsidies and grants.
http://www.needhelppayingbills.com/html ... grams.html
You can also contact your local community action agency. They can usually refer you to additional programs and services.

[booalber]

i need help paying for rent in illinois i have applied for a few programs and i can not get help from them because i am always over the income about 20-30 dollars. and they say they cant help me out. is there something else that i can doo for help. i have tried places and they say that they are out of funding and there isnt anyone else they can recommend me to.

[Admin - Jon McNamara]

In Illinois, they have the country's largest and most robust program. It is the Illinois Rental Housing Support program, and it is the nation’s largest state rental assistance program. They provide support and resources to thousands of people per year. Contact them for more info.

[Admin - Jon McNamara]

In Illinois, they have the nation's most robust and largest assistance program. It is the Illinois Rental Housing Support program, and it is the nation’s largest state rental assistance program. They provide help to thousands of people per year. Contact them for more info.

[Newmomchick01]

I was wondering where i start to get help to pay my rent. I just got divorced and I have two kids and I am 20 yrs old i'm not sure what to do.