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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Pride
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!
We so appreciate our Vista Volunteer Yvett and Resident Services Coordinator Kim, the Winnebago County Health Department and the Illinois National Guard for bringing onsite COVID vaccinations this past week to these at-risk families. Thank you!
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How the federal HOPE VI program transformed a west side Rockford neighborhood
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HOPE VI stands as a testament to public housing done right 15 years later, officials say.Irma worked with us at NI ReACH Homes for over 14 years, starting at the old Champion Park development which later became the Washington Park HOPE VI program. She was there from the beginning.
That is Irma kneeling in the center of the picture below. In the middle of all those happy kids. She had a party for them. For no reason at all but to bring happiness to families. We already miss her.
So sorry to hear this. Prayers for her family.
They will have a drive-thru with pre-packed boxes of groceries, while supplies last:
Saturday, February 27, 2021
10 am - 11:30 am
Zion Lutheran Church
1300 Pearl Street
Belvidere, Illinois
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Pursuant to applicable federal regulation, Boone County Housing Authority (“BCHA”) announced that an award of eleven (11) 1-bedroom Project Based Section 8 Housing Vouchers has been made to Pearl Place, LLC for its project located at 520 Pearl Street, Belvidere, Illinois, 61008; and one (1) 2-bedroom and three (3) 3-bedroom Project Based Section 8 Housing […]
The Department of Housing and Urban Development awarded $78 million to hundreds of public housing authorities across the country. Funds will help put HUD-assisted residents on the path to self-sufficiency. Among the recipients was Winnebago County Housing Authority (WCHA). NI ReACH manages the programs for WCHA, and will use the funds for the organization’s Family […]
NI ReACH was awarded Mainstream Vouchers for both WCHA and BCHA.
