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| | Assisted Living Information | |
| | A comparison of different living arrangements for Seniors in the City of Chicago
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| | Alternative Housing Information | |
| | Other types of Housing within the City of Chicago include the following types: Assisted Living, Supportive Living and Nursing Homes
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| | Affordable Homes for Sale | |
| | Locate City-funded properties for sale by community area. The City funds properties through several programs, each with its own requirements. Use property links to check specific requirements.
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| | Home Repairs for Accessible and Independent Living (H-RAIL) | |
| | The HRAIL program provides safety, security and accessibility improvements that better assist seniors to remain in their homes.
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| | Housing Relocation Service | |
| | Housing Relocation Counseling provides housing advice, support and assistance to Chicago seniors, 60 years or older, who are homeless or at imminent risk of becoming homeless.
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| | Rental Developments Supported by DOH  | |
| | Looking for an apartment? Check list for contact information of developments supported by Low-Income Housing Tax Credits. Click on a location of interest and call the number listed to learn about current availability. Check back for additions to the map.
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| | Rents Right | |
| | Know your rights and responsibilities as a tenant or landlord.
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| | Responsible Lending | |
| | If you are considering a loan against your home, look over these programs first.
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| | Reverse Mortgage | |
| | Homeowners must be aged 62 or older, own their homes free and clear or have signifiicant equity in the property, and they must live in the property as their primary residence.
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| | Security Deposit Interest Rates | |
| | On the first business day of each year, the City Comptroller calculates and announces the rate of interest to be paid on security deposits. See list for current and past years rates.
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| | Senior Housing Resource List | |
| | Looking for senior housing options? Here is a resource that provides a complete list of Chicago's senior housing developments.
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| | Senior Services | |
| | The Department of Housing has many programs available for seniors.
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| | Upkeep and Repair Services Program | |
| | Free minor home repairs to eligible seniors. This program enables elderly, low-income homeowners to maintain their homes for safe and comfortable living.
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