Our Mission: Connecting People to Homes
The Housing Task Force was formed to address the lack of housing for individuals with mental illness in the north and northwest suburbs of Chicago.
Proper Housing and Supportive Mental Health Care is a Necessity.
For individuals with mental illness to have the best chance for recovery, proper housing and supportive mental health care is a necessity. One of the best ways to deliver those services is through permanent supportive housing. Our goal is to act as an advocate to make affordable supportive housing a reality in the north and northwest suburbs.
Our Residences
Through our advocacy, we have helped cities, builders and communities understand the importance of dedicated housing opportunities for individuals with mental illness. These are the projects we have supported with the help of volunteers and generous donations.
Myers Place
Myers Place opened in June 2013. Meyers Place offers 21 one-bedroom and 18 studio units of permanent supportive housing. It is located at Busse, Dempster and Algonquin.
PhilHaven
PhilHaven represents a unique housing opportunity for individuals in the community living with disabilities (serious and persistent mental illness and/or physical disabilities) who are able to live independently.
Spruce Village
Spruce Village is a mix of 44 studio and one-bedroom apartments, providing a range of housing options for individuals. All units have full kitchens and bathrooms.
Hanover Landing, newly opened in September, 2023, has 40 one-bedroom apartments. In addition to being the service provider, Ecker Center also operates an on-site, front-facing clinic at the development. On-site supportive services are offered through Ecker Center & service coordination offered through Hanover Township.
Our Next Opportunity
We are always looking for additional properties to support in the north and northwest suburbs of Illinois. Please contact us if you have any suggestions.