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Follow the fight for safe, affordable homes for Illinois seniors, from town halls in Chicago and Springfield to the halls of the State Capitol. Here you'll find coalition updates, new research on home repair needs, and progress on the Senior Home Preservation Program Act. You'll also hear from the homeowners and advocates pushing for a statewide home repair program. Every story, study, and event brings Illinois one step closer to keeping older adults safe in the homes they love.
Share Your Home Repair Story to Help Illinois Homeowners
Leaking roofs, failing heat, and unaffordable repairs too often stay hidden. Your story can help Illinois lawmakers see what's really happening.
Statewide Home Repair Program Would Keep Illinois Homeowners Safe
Professor Robin Bartram's 2023 op-ed made the case for a statewide home repair program in Illinois. Her call to action helped spark a coalition.
Advocacy for Seniors Takes Root at Bronzeville Town Hall
At a Bronzeville town hall covered by WGN, seniors and advocates launched a statewide push for home repair funding. Watch their stories.
Illinois Home Repair Assistance Can't Keep Pace With Need
Lower-income homeowners spend 16% of their income on repairs, mostly on essentials. In Illinois, demand for repair help far outstrips supply.