Housing Opportunities for Women (HOW) is a Chicago-based organization that has been empowering individuals and families to break the cycle of poverty and homelessness since 1983. As a leader in permanent solutions to homelessness, HOW provides expanded, affordable, supportive housing and individualized support services, following the Housing First Model, to ensure individuals experiencing homelessness are housed quickly and equipped with the tools for success and self-sufficiency.
With over 600 units across the city, HOW is the third largest provider of permanent supportive housing in Chicago. Their comprehensive approach combines housing with a range of prevention and supportive services, tailored to meet the specific needs, ideas, and goals of their clients. By harnessing the potential of over 1,300 individuals in 2019, HOW is dedicated to making a difference in the fight against poverty and homelessness through their values of justice, compassion, integrity, collaboration, and innovation.
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