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#DevelopmentUpdate 🚧 We’re celebrating a milestone as Phase 1C of Southbridge breaks ground — bringing a 12-story residential tower to the South Loop. The development will include 80 apartments, with 29 CHA units and 44 affordable homes. 📸 Photos by: Jamaal Raushan

Did you know plants and trees can: • Improve air quality 🌿 • Boost mood 😊 • Support mental health 🧠 This #EarthWeek, with help from Minnie Riperton Apartments residents, the CHA partnered with @Lowes to plant flowers and create a healthier, more welcoming space. 🌱

Whether you’re a current CHA resident, or on the waitlist, this episode shares a great overview of CHA and the residents it serves. Listen to learn more about the upcoming MTW plan and where and how to share your comments. Listen here: thecha.org/news/our-house…

CHA welcomes our new CEO, Keith Pettigrew — a leader who grew up in public housing and has spent 20+ years improving housing nationwide. He’s committed to strengthening CHA’s operations, expanding affordable housing, and ensuring residents feel heard, respected, and supported.

🚨 Si utiliza SNAP o tiene una tarjeta Link: Tome medidas esta semana para asegurarse de que su información esté actualizada y confirme que cumple con los nuevos requisites. thecha.org/news/snap-rule…

Chicago’s segregation wasn’t accidental. For decades, policies like covenants, redlining, and segregated housing created the divides we still see today. Housing providers can help build a fairer future through intentional action: bit.ly/47XX7Zq #FairHousingMonth

🚨 IMPORTANT! If you are using SNAP or have a Link card, the rules have changed. Take action now to make sure your information is up-to-date and confirm that you are meeting new requirements. Visit thecha.org/news/snap-rule…

April is #FairHousingMonth! Chicago is marking it with a major investment in affordable housing: over $300M for 15 developments creating or preserving 1,223 homes, including 1,164 affordable units. This #DevelopmentUpdate strengthens neighborhoods and expands access to housing.

Spring 2026 Hiring Event was a success! 🎉 CHA’s WORC team connected CHA and HCV participants with real job opportunities. With 184 attendees and 28 vendors, participants gained referrals, tips, and direct access to employers. Learn more: thecha.org/worc

Thank you to everyone who joined our Housing Choice Voucher Bootcamp! Attendees learned about entering the HCV program, searching for housing, CHA inspections, and program enforcement. We also welcomed partners offering housing, education, career, and family resources.

HCV Participants: Join us online tomorrow at 1 p.m. as we walk through key HCV documents during our HCV Paperwork Essentials webinar. Register: bit.ly/417atij

How's your garden? April showers bring May flowers. Come check out what's in bloom at Maxwell Street Garden - maxwellstreetgarden.org

Hey Teens! ✨ Ready to level up your summer? ☀️💼 @chiyouthworks applications are officially OPEN! Want a job you’ll actually be excited about? Apply now and you’ll hear back in May or June if you're selected for an interview. 👉 Apply here: chicagoyouthworks.org

New "Our House" episode! Our host talks with CHA’s Youth Opportunities Manager about the Springboard 2 Success (S2S) Scholarship. Learn about requirements, deadlines, and how it’s helped past recipients succeed. Listen now: thecha.org/news/our-house…

Last month, two amazing Golden Diners trainees made St. Patrick’s Day extra special by serving meals to 35 seniors! The menu featured corned beef, roasted red potatoes, cabbage & more. Huge thanks to our trainees for their warm service! ☘️💛 Sign up: bit.ly/4sMxHXb

The deadline to apply for the Summer Food Program is tomorrow! CHA residents and HCV holders don't miss your chance to receive paid training and a food service certification. Sign up and learn more here: summerfoodsemployment.thecha.org.

🚨 Si utiliza SNAP o tiene una tarjeta Link: Tome medidas esta semana para asegurarse de que su información esté actualizada y confirme que cumple con los nuevos requisites. thecha.org/news/snap-rule…

🚨 IMPORTANT! If you are using SNAP or have a Link card, the rules have changed. Take action now to make sure your information is up-to-date and confirm that you are meeting new requirements. Visit thecha.org/news/snap-rule…

What motivated me to becoming a homeowner was learning the necessary steps to have a home I can pass down to my children and grandchildren. Learn more about CTO here: thecha.org/cto

CHA & HCV residents: Don't forget to apply for the ServSafe Manager Sanitation certification program for free! Program perks include CTA transportation assistance, pay, job placement, and more. 👉 Apply by scanning the QR code or visiting: bit.ly/3Z11a27