Improving Rehousing Outcomes for Individuals and Families Experiencing Homelessness in Chicago

The Challenge: In January 2019, over 5,000 people were experiencing homelessness in Chicago. The majority of these individuals (4,030) were in shelters, where unfortunately the route back into stable housing was slow and often unsuccessful. The average length of stay in shelter was 111 days and only 39% of household exits were to permanent destinations such as their own rental unit or moving in with family permanently. For individuals and families, this extended stress and trauma from experiencing long-term homelessness could exacerbate many related challenges, including mental or physical health issues, substance use problems, or unemployment.

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