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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.
Senior Home Repair Town Hall Unites Springfield Homeowners
More than thirty homeowners and advocates gathered in Springfield to push for a one-stop senior home repair program. "I'm not going anywhere," one said.
Home Repair Infrastructure Push Moves Ahead in 2025
Two years in, the coalition is building toward a statewide home repair clearinghouse with three working committees and a stronger 2026 bill.
Senior Home Repair as an Economic Engine for Chicago
More than 60 people gathered on Dr. King's birthday to explore how senior home repair strengthens local economies, neighborhoods, and family wealth.