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Housing Justice Begins in the Homes of Seniors
Step into a world where homes are safe havens, where dignity, safety, and comfort reign supreme. Fix Our Homes Illinois is not just a coalition; it’s a beacon of hope for low-income homeowners across Illinois. Our mission is simple yet profound: to secure more public funding and resources for home repairs, ensuring that every senior in Illinois can age at home with safety, comfort, and dignity.
WHAT WE DO
Fix Our Homes Illinois is a broad-based coalition dedicated to ensuring that Illinois provides low-income older homeowners the resources they need to age safely, comfortably, and affordably at home.
We raise awareness about the growing repair needs of older homeowners, educate seniors about the home-repair services available to them, and advocate for state and city policies that would increase repair resources for older homeowners.
Housing Inequality for Seniors in Illinois: Data Insights
Discover the real story behind Illinois’ housing crisis for seniors. Data shows that thousands of low-income seniors are living in unsafe homes, especially in historically underserved communities. With over 3,100 loan applications filed, seniors are struggling to secure the support they need to stay safe at home.
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Testimonials
Our mission is simple yet critical: to prevent seniors, particularly those in historically underserved communities, from living in dangerous and deteriorating housing conditions. By advocating for policy changes and connecting homeowners to vital services, we aim to restore dignity and stability to homes that are the anchors of our communities.
Susan
62-year-old homeowner, Chicago
“Right now we’re struggling to pay that credit card with the money that we had to charge for the roof. So it’s a burden… We’re on a fixed income, and it’s a struggle every day.”
Gloria Banks
Member of Mothers Opposed to Violence Everywhere
(M.O.V.E)
“If I could have had a grant opportunity, I would still have my mother’s property to leave to my children for an inheritance.“
Current Coalition Members
