Application for Assistance
Housing Our Own - Wilmette is currently accepting applications for new participants. To apply, please email a completed application and supporting documents to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
To be eligible for assistance, participants must meet the following criteria (note that this is a summary of criteria and is not all-encompassing):
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Must be at least 62 OR permanently disabled as determined by receipt of social security disability payments or supplemental security income payments based on disability.
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Must currently reside in Wilmette – and have lived in Wilmette for at least two years immediately preceding the date of application.
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Maximum annual income may not exceed very low-income limits for family or household established by the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Federal Poverty Level updated annually.
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Value of all property owned (not including Wilmette home and one car) may not exceed $50,000.
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Only one eligible recipient per household.
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Must reside in covered unit at least 9 months out of the year.
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Must have sole legal responsibility to pay costs for which assistance is being sought.
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Cannot be a resident of Gates Manor, Shore Line Place, the Village Green Atrium, or Manor Care.