HOUSING ASSISTANCE SERVICES | NORTHWESTERN ILLINOIS COMMUNITY ACTION AGENCY

27 South State Avenue, Suite 102, Freeport, IL 61032

Eligibility

Must be a resident of Stephenson or Jo Daviess County, be behind on rent, mortgage, or utility bills, be facing risk of eviction, foreclosure, or loss of essential utilities due to financial hardship, must meet income eligibility guidelines for the specific program

Required documents

Upon request

Hours

Mon 8 am - 3 pm Tue 8 am - 3 pm Wed 8 am - 3 pm Thu 8 am - 3 pm

Voice

Fax

Voice

Languages

English

Application process

Call to set up an appointment

Fees

None

Service area

Stephenson County, Illinois
Jo Daviess County, Illinois

Description

Provides housing stability support for residents of Stephenson and Jo Daviess Counties who are at risk of eviction or losing essential services. Through federal and state funding, can help local households with rent, mortgage, or utility payments to prevent homelessness.

Assistance is not guaranteed and is based on available funding. Priority may be given to households with children, seniors, or individuals with disabilities.

Date of Last Formal Update

01/28/2026

Data provided by

211 Nebraska

What's Here

Rent Payment Assistance Utility Service Payment Assistance Mortgage Payment Assistance

Providing organization

NORTHWESTERN ILLINOIS COMMUNITY ACTION AGENCY

Provides critical support programs for those in need.