250 Housing and Health Integration Pathway Program (HHIP)
This grant supports transitional shelter, case management, and housing services for unhoused individuals with mental illness to promote recovery and long-term stability.
Funder: Illinois Department of Human Services
Due Dates (Anticipated): April 2027: Full application packet due to IDHS | April 2027: Budget submission deadline | April 2027: Advance Payment Request Cash Budget deadline (if applicable) | April 2027: FY Internal Control Questionnaire (ICQ) deadline
Funding Amounts: Approximately $1,000,000 total; typically one award per cycle; 12-month project term.
Summary: Supports unhoused individuals with mental illness through transitional shelter, case management, and housing support to foster stability and recovery.
Key Information: This is a non-competitive, annually recurring program currently limited to current awardees or those notified to apply.
Description
This state-funded program, administered by the Illinois Department of Human Services (IDHS) Division of Behavioral Health and Recovery, aims to address the housing and service needs of unhoused individuals living with mental illness. The initiative targets individuals preparing for discharge from inpatient treatment at Madden Mental Health Center or those who are unsheltered in the community. Through the program, participants receive transitional shelter, case management, mental health services, and pre-tenancy support during the housing location process, followed by up to 12 months of assistance in stable housing. The program also offers support in securing sustainable income, connecting to community-based mental health providers, and applying for eligible benefits. The overarching goal is to bridge the gap between homelessness and stable housing, reduce recidivism to psychiatric hospitals or correctional facilities, and promote long-term housing stability for individuals with mental illness.
