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"your first choice for affordable housing"

our mission

To continue to create strategic partnerships with community stakeholders, design a diverse housing portfolio, leverage social service programming to unite and ensure residents are provided with safe and nurturing environments that lead to self-sufficiency, responsibility, and individual empowerment.

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residents

RHA's Resident Service Programs strive to provide Greater Stability & Financial Independence for residents who want to find employment and advance their careers.

landlords

We greatly appreciate our partnerships with the dedicated Landlords in our community. Without them, the RHA's goal to expand affordable housing opportunities wouldn't be possible.

resources

RHA provides it's residents and the community with helpful information and resources on various topics ranging from housing guides, RHA policies, community initiatives, health awareness.

Business w/ RHA

RHA encourages Minority Owned, Woman Owned, and Section 3 qualified companies to learn more about our processes, and the various opportunities that Rockford Housing Authority provides.

here to serve

At Rockford Housing Authority, service starts with showing up. Our team is out in the community every day—listening, supporting, and connecting with residents where they are. We believe real impact begins with real presence, and we’re committed to being a trusted partner in every neighborhood we serve.

Human Services

RHA’s Human Services connects residents with vital resources to support opportunity, wellness, and stability—from education and job training to housing assistance, food access, and healthcare referrals. Through the Launch My Future platform and trusted community partnerships, we coordinate care, advocate for families, and guide individuals toward long-term success.

get the assistance you need

Whether you’re navigating housing options or seeking resources to build a better future, RHA is here to help. Our Human Services team connects you to programs, partners, and guidance designed to empower your next step.

Advancing the Future Together...

I AM

“I am tomorrow, or some future day, what I establish today. I am today what I established yesterday, or some previous day.” – Jack Joyce

I Am Rockford is a branded alignment for community unity and solidarity designed to spark constructive dialogue on sensitive issues facing individuals who comprise the community of Rockford.

Number of Residents Currently Served in Our LIPH and HCV Programs:

Assisted Residents
0
Disabled Residents
0
Senior Residents
0
Child Residents
0

LIPH Program Residents: 2175

HCV Program Participants: 3734 

LIPH: 569 Disabled

HCV: 726  Disabled  

LIPH: 335 age 62 and over

HCV: 393 age 62 and over

LIPH: 875 children

HCV: 1611 Children

Waiting List

Effective Monday, April 22, 2024, the current Rockford Housing Authority (RHA) Low-Income Public Housing (LIPH) Family Waiting List will open until further notice.

Following application submissionyou will remain on the waiting list until your name has reached the top of the waiting list and funding is available. It will be your responsibility to notify the RHA of any changes in writing while on the waiting list.

Effective Monday, July 10th, 2023, the Rockford Housing Authority (RHA) Low Income Public Housing (LIPH) Elderly / Disabled Waiting List will be open for Midvale, Summit Green, Buckbee, North Main Manor, Park Terrace, and Olesen Plaza.

Low-Income Public Housing (LIPH) Family: OPENLow-Income Public Housing (LIPH) Elderly / Disabled: OPEN

All Rockford Housing Authority housing assistance program applications are processed in compliance with the State of Illinois Housing Authority Act amendments of 3/23/2021.

Portability – RHA Is Billing (Effective 5/1/2024)

Portability for Housing Choice Voucher Participants

Portability means the ability to rent a dwelling unit with Section 8 tenant-based assistance outside the jurisdiction of the initial PHA.

The portability feature of Section 8

The portability feature of Section 8 vouchers allows you as a voucher-holder to move to a rental unit of your choice, including one located outside the jurisdiction of the public housing authority (PHA) that initially issued your voucher. The Rockford Housing Authority is a PHA administering a program for the jurisdiction where an available unit may be located in our jurisdiction.
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