Together we can make an impact
Putting housing first.
“Being welcomed to a home of your own is nothing short of transformative.”
– Peter Toepfer, Executive Director
A safe and stable home is essential to health and well being. The Center for Housing and Health bridges the housing and health care systems to improve the lives of Chicagoans experiencing homelessness.
Once CHH participants are connected to housing, we often see other areas of life come together for them: regular health care, mental health support, employment, stability. When our clients have a home, they have fewer emergency room visits, less hospital stays, and overall reduced mortality. We are welcoming Chicagoans home.
Statistics of Impact
1,720 clients served across programs
33% fewer hospital inpatient days for CHH clients
510 children in families in housing
Stories of Impact
“I love having my own apartment. I love that my son is able to have his own room. I love that he can run around and be free without anyone yelling or screaming at him.”
– Robin Petites, Flexible Housing Pool Client