Facing Forward to End Homelessness

Facing Forward to End Homelessness is a Chicago-based nonprofit supporting families and individuals experiencing or at risk of homelessness. Its work combines long-term housing with personalized, family-wide services designed to build stability, support health, and expand access to education and employment opportunities.

Programs described by Facing Forward include permanent supportive housing, whole-family initiatives for families with young children or students, and housing resource support connected to Chicago’s Coordinated Entry System. Its approach includes Housing First, harm reduction, trauma-informed care, strengths-based support, and a focus on helping children and youth thrive. Learn more through the organization’s program overview.

Facing Forward’s official help page explains available pathways and directs readers to community resources; it also notes that the organization does not provide emergency housing. For additional Illinois housing resources, visit NHREA’s Illinois homeless assistance guide or explore federal assistance resources.