Do you need affordable housing?
We’re Here to Help!
Northern Illinois Regional Affordable Community Housing (NI ReACH), believes that having a safe, stable home is something everyone deserves. We work with local, state, and federal organizations to provide homes and supportive services to the families and communities we serve.
NI ReACH administers programs for both Winnebago County Housing Authority and Boone County Housing Authority.
Step 1
Review Housing Options
NI ReACH (Northern Illinois Regional Affordable Community Housing) has several housing options available, so finding one that fits your family’s needs is step one. Learn about each of our programs and their basic eligibility requirements.
Step 2
Apply for Housing
We know that applying for housing can be stressful, but we are here to help. To start the process, complete our pre-application. After 10 business days, you’ll be assigned a wait list number to track your application.
WHAT YOU NEED:
- Names, birthdates, and Social Security numbers of all members of your household
- Income information
Step 3
Check Your Status
Your number on the wait list is affected by your needs, the needs of others in the community, and the availability of housing. Once your application is processed, you’ll be able to log in to track your status on the wait list.
WHAT YOU NEED:
- Last Name
- Last four digits of your Social Security number
Why is Affordable Housing Important?
A safe, stable home in a supportive community offers more than a place to live – it inspires hope and achievement. With affordable housing, families can thrive and focus on their futures. It reduces unimaginable stress, which improves physical and mental health. Through our housing and other support programs, residents achieve more in school and jobs, develop a sense of pride, and find a sense of belonging and community.
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Featured Communities
We maintain extremely high standards for our communities with the goal of redefining perceptions about affordable housing. Here are just a few!
D’Agnolo Garden Apartments in Rockton, IL features lovely 1-bedroom unites on acres of park within a couple miles of banks, stores, restaurants and pharmacies.
Located at 1050 West Galena Avenue in Freeport, the Brewster Apartments have 64 1-bedroom apartments.
The Champion Park Homes are located within the Washington Park Neighborhood just five blocks from the NI ReACH Central office and a couple of miles off Bypass 20 for fast transportation throughout the community.
About NIReACH
At Northern Illinois ReACH, we create vibrant neighborhoods, fight blight in our communities, and address the negative impacts of poverty. While we are known for our housing programs, we actively develop and participate in initiatives to support growth and learning toward self-sufficiency for our residents and others. We’ve earned a reputation for innovation and are often looked to as leaders in affordable housing.
Lets get social!
Thank you so much to Court Street United Methodist Church for their donations of Thanksgiving dinners to our 150 senior and disabled residents at the Collier Garden apartments!
And thank you to Resident Services Director Emily Schwartz and Vista Coordinator Yvette Robinson for delivering the dinners on Thanksgiving Day!
Congratulations to ConnectHome Coordinator Yvette Robinson and Resident Services Coordinator Emily Schultz for winning the HUD ConnectHomeUSA Award for bringing computers and internet service to over 500 families in our housing agency and to the community!
Thank you so much to the Northern Illinois Food Bank for holding their food mobile at our Johnston Garden in South Beloit and D'Agnolo Garden in Rockton.
And thank you for all the REACH staff for your help!
Are you a graduating from high school next spring and could use some extra money?
If you take part in any of our programs in Boone, Winnebago, Stephenson, Ogle, Jo Daviess and Dekalb counties, then you are eligible for a several special scholarships available just for our residents. The scholarship money helps pay for books, tuition and any education related activities and a number of our residents have received the scholarships in the past years!
Applications are due by 01/28/2022 and you can learn more by contacting Emily at eschwartz@nireach.org and at www.phada.org/Scholarship
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In order to encourage academic excellence and community responsibility among high school students, PHADA has implemented a scholarship program for graduating seniors who are preparing to enter college...News and Events
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