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Housing & Shelter · Illinois · Free

Federal housing assistance hub. Section 8, public housing, homeless services in every state. For LGBTQ+ youth kicked out by family, adults fleeing domestic violence, and elders facing housing discrimination. Most stays in emergency shelter are 30–90 days while you work with case management on next steps. Trans women of color face the highest rates of housing discrimination and violence — affirming providers know how to navigate the system carefully. Open at no cost to LGBTQ+ Illinois residents and the...

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