Jesse Jackson Jr. Senior Housing Center –
East Building
About Us
Jesse Jackson Jr. Senior Housing Center – East Building, a 60 unit (one bedroom) apartment complex in Harvey, Illinois opened its doors to seniors in the fall of 2007. The YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago is the managing agent of this property. The purpose of this equal opportunity housing facility is to provide affordable housing for very low and extremely low income elderly and disabled individuals and families through the Department of Housing and Urban Development's Section 202 PRAC program.
Housing
Because of the HUD Section 202/PRAC subsidy program through which the property is funded, applicants must meet certain qualifications for admission to the Housing Center. Head of household, spouse, or co-head must be 62 years of age or older, including elderly persons with a need (mobility impairment) for the features of an accessible unit.
Particular income limits determined by the Department of HUD in accordance with the Section 202/PRAC program do apply. Those who qualify for this program type will pay 30% of his/her monthly income toward rent and utilities. Water, trash, sewer, recycling, utilities (excluding electricity and phone) are included in the rent. All 60 apartments are unfurnished one-bedroom units equipped with an air conditioner, refrigerator, and stove. Twelve (12) of our apartments are handicapped/barrier-free units to some degree.
Other features include:
- 24 hour security
- 3 common area rooms (Community, Arts & Crafts and Multipurpose)
- Exercise Room
- Computer Lab
- On-site laundry facility
- Free fitness privileges at partner YMCAs
All apartments require a one-year lease, which can be terminated with 30 days notice. A security deposit is required. Transient or short-term housing is not available at this location.
Services
Service Coordinators assist elderly individuals and persons with disabilities, living in federally-assisted multifamily housing, to obtain needed supportive services from community agencies. Service coordinators assess resident needs; identify and link residents to appropriate services, and monitor the delivery of services. A service coordinator may also educate residents about what services are available and how to use them, and help residents build informal support networks with other residents, family, and friends.
How to Apply for Housing
Applicants must apply in person at the Jesse Jackson Jr. Senior Housing Center – East Building, 166 W. 151st. Street, Harvey, IL 60426. Application hours are 9:00am – 5:00pm Monday through Friday. Please click here for a downloadable version of the application request form.
Contact Us
Jesse Jackson Jr. Senior Housing Center – East Building
166 W. 151st. Street
Harvey, IL 60426
T. 708.589.2105
F. 708.589.2101
Irene Gaiter
Property Manager
irene_gaiter@ymcachgo.org