ULON.LIFE is an organization founder by Ex-gang member/offender Pete Esaun Keller with input from formerly-incarcerated people.
***Disclaimer***
As you use the resources on our site, please know that ULON.LIFE, ULON Resource Center and it’s affiliates do not endorse the resources listed here, nor do we have the capacity to ensure all the information is accurate and current. We understand some services may not be helpful to all, but we hope you will find those that suit your needs.
There are a number of predatory services out there, and we ask you to be wary of any you may encounter. If there are any you would like to report, or if there is any information or feedback you would like to offer regarding services, we would be grateful if you contacted us to let us know. Your input is appreciated and vital and may determine which services are found on our website.
Reentry is a difficult transition, and we encourage you to be resilient as well as patience.
HOUSING RESOURCES FOR MALE EX-OFFENDERS
17 resources within 5 miles of Chicago, IL 60617 for Housing that serve men
| Facility | Contact |
|---|---|
| Alexian Brother’s Housing Transitional housing, recovery home, permanent supportive housing Details: Some restrictions. Do accept people on parole. | The Harbor:8425 S. Saginaw Avenue Chicago, Illinois 60617, multiple locations Distance: 1.3 miles GET DIRECTIONS 847-782-8015 Website |
| Featherfist They locate safe, affordable housing for people in every neighborhood in the city | 2255 East 75th Street, Chicago, IL 60649 Distance: 2.56 miles GET DIRECTIONS Website |
| Henry’s Sober Living House Transitional housing program, substance abuse recovery, mentoring for parolees, outpatient services Restrictions: Men Only Details: No people with sex based offenses | 8032 S Ingleside Ave, Chicago, IL 60619 Distance: 3.16 miles GET DIRECTIONS (773) 752-1300 Website |
| Hardin House Transitional housing, reentry services for men and women. Recovery home for women Restrictions: Prohibits Sex Offenders Details: No people with sex based offenses | 7249 S St Lawrence Ave, Chicago, IL 60619 Distance: 4.07 miles GET DIRECTIONS (773) 874-3774 Website |
| Wings Emergency shelter and transitional housing | Multiple locations; Mailing address: P.O. Box 95615 Palatine, IL 60095 Distance: Not applicable GET DIRECTIONS 847-519-7820 Website |
| The Salvation Army Center Multiple housing options for different groups of people | Multiple locations Distance: Not applicable GET DIRECTIONS (773) 725-1100 Website |
| St. Leonard’s House Interim housing and supportive services for formerly incarcerated men returning to the community from Illinois prisons. Restrictions: Men Only Parolees | 2100 W. Warren Blvd Distance: Not applicable GET DIRECTIONS 312-873-1985 Website |
| Samaritan Well Emergency shelter | Women’s shelter: 1306 Maple Avenue Macomb, IL; Men’s shelter: 212 West jackson Macomb, IL Distance: Not applicable GET DIRECTIONS 309-837-3357 Website |
| National Coalition for Homeless Veterans Help with a range of needs Details: Veterans only | Website |
| National Coalition for Homeless Veterans Help with a range of needs Details: Veterans only | Website |
| Jesus Is the Way Ministries Housing, employment training, and support through religious activities. Contact to apply | P.O. BOX 98 Distance: Not applicable GET DIRECTIONS 217-892-4044 Website |
| IMAN (Inner-City Muslim Action Network) Noteworthy Programs: Heath Center, Green Re-enter (transitional housing for formerly incarcerated men) | 2744 W. 63rd Street Distance: Not applicable GET DIRECTIONS 773-434- 4626 Website |
| Health and Human Services 24/7 service that connects millions of people to resources to meet everyday needs (food, shelter, health needs, etc.) | 211 |
| Dove Shelter Emergency shelter for adults and children experiencing domestic abuse Restrictions: Women and Children Only | 302 S. Union Distance: Not applicable GET DIRECTIONS 217-428-6616 Website |
| Cornerstone, HIV Services Housing, referrals to doctors and laywers, transportation to appointments, medication management and budgeting help Restrictions: HIV/AIDS | 840 Plainfield Rd (Rt 30) Distance: Not applicable GET DIRECTIONS 815-723-1548 Website |
| Carpenter’s Place Faith-based transitional housing, recovery housing, permanent supportive housing. Details: No people with sex-based offenses or violent offenses. Parole and electronic monitoring OK | Multiple locations. Office: 1149 Railroad Avenue Rockford, IL 61104 Distance: Not applicable GET DIRECTIONS 815-964-4105 Website |
| Breakthrough Urban Ministries Noteworthy Programs: Behavioral Health, Breakthrough Clinic, Daytime Support Center (providing basic critical needs), Job Readiness, Spiritual Development, Permanent Supportive Housing, Transitional Housing | 402 N. St. Louis Avenue Distance: Not applicable GET DIRECTIONS Website |
| Breaking Ground, D-House Faith-based reentry programing and housing Restrictions: Men Only | 3501 W Fillmore St. Distance: Not applicable GET DIRECTIONS 773-265-1370 Website |
| Application for Benefits Eligibility Apply for Medicaid/Medicare and other benefit programs | 1-800-843-6154 Website |
If you are not able to find assistance from resources in these facilities please visit Reentry Illinois .
HOUSING RESOURCES FOR WOMEN
17 resources within 5 miles of Chicago, IL 60617 for Housing that serve women
| Facility for Women | Contact |
|---|---|
| Alexian Brother’s Housing Transitional housing, recovery home, permanent supportive housing Details: Some restrictions. Do accept people on parole. | The Harbor:8425 S. Saginaw Avenue Chicago, Illinois 60617, multiple locations Distance: 1.3 miles GET DIRECTIONS 847-782-8015 Website |
| Featherfist They locate safe, affordable housing for people in every neighborhood in the city | 2255 East 75th Street, Chicago, IL 60649 Distance: 2.56 miles GET DIRECTIONS Website |
| Hardin House Transitional housing, reentry services for men and women. Recovery home for women Restrictions: Prohibits Sex Offenders Details: No people with sex based offenses | 7249 S St Lawrence Ave, Chicago, IL 60619 Distance: 4.07 miles GET DIRECTIONS (773) 874-3774 Website |
| Wings Emergency shelter and transitional housing | Multiple locations; Mailing address: P.O. Box 95615 Palatine, IL 60095 Distance: Not applicable GET DIRECTIONS 847-519-7820 Website |
| The Salvation Army Center Multiple housing options for different groups of people | Multiple locations Distance: Not applicable GET DIRECTIONS (773) 725-1100 Website |
| Southside Mission, New Promise Women’s Shelter Emergency shelter for women and children Restrictions: Women Only Women and Children Only | 1127 South Laramie Distance: Not applicable GET DIRECTIONS 309-676-4604 Website |
| Samaritan Well Emergency shelter | Women’s shelter: 1306 Maple Avenue Macomb, IL; Men’s shelter: 212 West jackson Macomb, IL Distance: Not applicable GET DIRECTIONS 309-837-3357 Website |
| National Coalition for Homeless Veterans Help with a range of needs Details: Veterans only | Website |
| National Coalition for Homeless Veterans Help with a range of needs Details: Veterans only | Website |
| Jesus Is the Way Ministries Housing, employment training, and support through religious activities. Contact to apply | P.O. BOX 98 Distance: Not applicable GET DIRECTIONS 217-892-4044 Website |
| IMAN (Inner-City Muslim Action Network) Noteworthy Programs: Heath Center, Green Re-enter (transitional housing for formerly incarcerated men) | 2744 W. 63rd Street Distance: Not applicable GET DIRECTIONS 773-434- 4626 Website |
| Health and Human Services 24/7 service that connects millions of people to resources to meet everyday needs (food, shelter, health needs, etc.) | 211 |
| Dove Shelter Emergency shelter for adults and children experiencing domestic abuse Restrictions: Women and Children Only | 302 S. Union Distance: Not applicable GET DIRECTIONS 217-428-6616 Website |
| Cornerstone, HIV Services Housing, referrals to doctors and laywers, transportation to appointments, medication management and budgeting help Restrictions: HIV/AIDS | 840 Plainfield Rd (Rt 30) Distance: Not applicable GET DIRECTIONS 815-723-1548 Website |
| Carpenter’s Place Faith-based transitional housing, recovery housing, permanent supportive housing. Details: No people with sex-based offenses or violent offenses. Parole and electronic monitoring OK | Multiple locations. Office: 1149 Railroad Avenue Rockford, IL 61104 Distance: Not applicable GET DIRECTIONS 815-964-4105 Website |
| Breakthrough Urban Ministries Noteworthy Programs: Behavioral Health, Breakthrough Clinic, Daytime Support Center (providing basic critical needs), Job Readiness, Spiritual Development, Permanent Supportive Housing, Transitional Housing | 402 N. St. Louis Avenue Distance: Not applicable GET DIRECTIONS Website |
| Application for Benefits Eligibility Apply for Medicaid/Medicare and other benefit programs | 1-800-843-6154 Website |