Affordable Housing

Sense of Community

Age-Friendly Services and Amenities

CJE SeniorLife’s affordable housing communities offer our residents the opportunity to enjoy a relaxed lifestyle with ready access to necessary services, and engaging activities in a safe setting. Our four buildings on Chicago’s north side and in Skokie each feature an on-site manager, maintenance staff, social service coordinators, and activity staff, of which several are fluent in Russian. They organize our holiday events, and plan frequent outings for our residents, including visits to museums, sporting events, and community presentations.

To be able to successfully “live in place,” residents and family members work with our service coordinators to arrange necessary services; they can also mediate, educate, and advocate on our residents’ behalf. If a resident’s needs change, our staff is ready to help, providing such services as transportation, home-delivered meals, and consumer assistance.

To apply or learn about other options, call our Affordable Housing at 888.773.8750.

Affordable Housing

We offer three apartment buildings that are affordable and/or offered at below market rates through the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. The rental rate depends on a family’s gross income. There is a waiting list for most buildings, but applications are always accepted.

To qualify for residency in our buildings, the head of household must be 62 or older, and families must meet HUD income guidelines. The rent is set at 30% of adjusted gross income per month. Rentals include studios, or one or two bedrooms apartments.

Swartzberg House in Rogers Park offers your own private living space at a price you can afford. Conveniently located on Touhy Avenue, near restaurants, shopping, and the Bernard Horwich JCC, one- and two-bedroom apartments are available. Numerous community areas are spread throughout the building, offering a comfortable gathering spot with other residents, family, or friends. In addition, you’ll also benefit from our regular enrichment activities, including community outings, in-building events, and programs. The Apartments are available to rent through HUD Section 8 income requirements, including the head of household being 62 years old or older. Due to high demand, there is a waiting list available for Swartzberg and our other affordable residences, but we are always accepting applications.

Krasnow Residence is a great option for a comfortable, budget-conscious, low-maintenance lifestyle. It’s nestled in a quiet residential neighborhood just off Dempster Street in Skokie, IL with public transportation and shopping nearby. Residents stay active through our life enrichment options such as frequent community outings, and in-building events. 36 one-bedroom and 12 studio apartments are available for rent through HUD Section 8 income requirements, including the head of household being 62 years old or older. Due to high demand, there is a waiting list for Krasnow and our other affordable residences, but we are always accepting applications.

Village Center is located in the heart of Skokie off Oakton Street: Just minutes from the public library, village hall, Emily Oaks Nature Center, shopping, and public transportation. One-bedroom apartments are available to rent through HUD Section 8 income requirements, including the head of the household being 62 years old or older. Due to high demand, waiting lists are available for Village Center and our other affordable residences, but we are always accepting applications.

Group Living

Robineau Residence is in a quiet, tree-lined neighborhood right off Howard Street in Skokie, IL, across from the Donald W. Lyon Park. The one-story building has 24 private rooms and baths arranged in suites around a living room and a breakfast nook. To be eligible to rent, the prospective resident must qualify through HUD Section 8 income requirements, including head of household being 62 years old or older. For residents who want a served breakfast, lunch and dinner each day, weekly apartment housekeeping service, and linen service, an additional monthly service fee is required. Group activities, meals, excursions, and transportation are available to all residents, along with 24-hour staffing to help with coordination and concerns. Due to high demand, there is a waiting list for Robineau and our other affordable residences, but we are always accepting applications.

To apply or learn about other options, call our Affordable Housing Department at 888.773.8750.