National Domestic Violence Hotline
24/7 support for anyone affected by domestic violence.
Digital safety: internet use can be monitored. If you are concerned, use a safer device and review The Hotline's safety guidance.
Get help
A pathway toward safer housing
The organization is preparing its program launch and first program cohort; online inquiries are not yet open.
If you are in immediate danger, call 911.
If you are experiencing domestic violence, the National Domestic Violence Hotline is available now: call 1-800-799-SAFE (7233) or text START to 88788. Internet use can be monitored; if you are concerned, consider using a safer device.
Available now
National resources available now
These national services are free to contact and are operating today. They are independent of Mack Community Housing Program, whose own inquiry process appears further down this page.
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
24/7 crisis and emotional support for anyone, by call, text, or chat. This is not a housing service.
- Call or text 988
- Chat at 988lifeline.org
211
A national network that connects people to local resources, including housing, food, transportation, health care, and utilities and other basic needs.
- Call 211
- Visit 211.org
These organizations operate independently and are not partners, sponsors, or affiliates of Mack Community Housing Program. Contacting them does not connect you to Mack Community Housing Program's program, and none of these services guarantees housing or financial assistance.
Eligibility
Who the program is designed to support
The program is intended for adults and families across Chicago who are experiencing homelessness or fleeing domestic violence.
Current housing crisis
Applicants must be experiencing homelessness or fleeing domestic violence.
Chicago citywide
The program is designed to serve households seeking housing stability anywhere in Chicago.
Case-management engagement
Participants must commit to ongoing case management and work toward an individualized stability plan.
Final acceptance depends on a complete intake, documented eligibility, program capacity, available funding, and whether the program can safely meet the household's needs. An inquiry is not a guarantee of placement.
Referral pathways
Self-referral and community referral
When intake opens, adults and families may inquire directly. Community service providers may also begin a referral inquiry.
Protect your privacy
Do not submit abuse narratives, identify an alleged abuser, share your exact location or Social Security number (SSN), or provide medical records or other sensitive information through this site.
Initial contact request
Online inquiries are being configured. This form does not send, store, or monitor information yet.
This is an initial contact request only.
Do not provide abuse details, Social Security numbers, medical or financial information, information about an alleged abuser, or your confidential or current location. We only need enough to reach you safely.