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Housing Programs For Youth

Youth Outreach team provides early interventions and case management, connecting youth and young adults to longer-term housing solutions.

Short-term and Emergency Housing

The Crib – Phone: 773-549-4158
  • Young adults 18–24
  • Overnight emergency shelter
  • Safe sleeping environment
  • Meals and basic necessities
  • Gateway to interim and permanent housing
Interim Housing – Phone: 773-506-4100
  • Young adults 18–24
  • 120 days housing
  • Steppingstone to permanent housing
  • Family reunification for minors

Long-Term Housing Programs

These three housing programs offer:
Flexible Housing Pool – 773-506-4100
  • Youth and families ages 18–25
  • Intensive Case management
  • Housing stabilization
  • Improved economic mobility and health outcomes
Pathways – 773-506-3122
  • Young adults 18–22
  • Shared housing model and scattered site
  • Up to 2 years of support
  • Skill development for independent living
Parenting with Purpose – 773-506-4100
  • Young mothers aged 16–22
  • Pregnant youth or young mothers
  • Family centered supportive services

Other Housing Resources

The Streetlight Chicago Mobile App has listings for health care services, overnight shelters, drop-in centers, and legal aid programs. Click here to download the app.