Did you know community groups can sign up to be Rentervention partners? As partners, you can help connect renters directly to our HelpDesk and Virtual Clinic. This streamlined process saves renters valuable time when facing housing issues. Learn more: rentervention.com/partners/

Eviction diversion programs help ensure landlords throw out evictions once they receive rental assistance. “If there isn’t an attorney present to make sure that it happens, there isn’t another mechanism to make sure that the case gets dismissed..." illinoisanswers.org/2024/02/12/lan…

Your landlord is required to provide proper notice before terminating your lease or raising your rent! -60 days if you've lived in your apartment < 6 months but > 3 years - 120 days if you've lived in your apartment for < 3 years Contact rentervention.com to learn more!

WATCH: Navigating eviction court can be confusing! Learn more about navigating eviction court, uncover common myths about eviction, and find solutions to pests and other poor conditions in your apartment on our YouTube: youtube.com/watch?v=ZYR8cf…

Know your rights! The Chicago Residential Landlord Tenant Ordinance outlines the rights and responsibilities of both landlords and tenants in Chicago. If you're unsure if you're protected by the RLTO, Renny, at rentervention.com, can assess your eligibility in minutes!

Calling all #Englewood residents! Join us on July 20th for Tenants' Rights 101 at Kennedy King College! Learn more about navigating eviction court, your rights as a renter, and the Right to Counsel Pilot Program.

☀️ 🌪️ Whether you're living with leaks and mold from water damage or lacking essential services like electricity and plumbing, Rentervention can help eligible renters draft letters demanding repairs. Chat with Renny to learn more today: rentervention.com

#Rentervention harnesses #AI to promote renter empowerment and close the justice gap — helping more than 50,000 low- and moderate-income families access information about their rights since 2019. Read more from our Board Member Shiva Kooragayala:🤖 medium.com/justice-rising…

Requesting repairs in your apartment shouldn't be an #Olympic sport! This week's Tenant Thursday video reviewed common conditions issues and how you can demand repairs in your apartment. Take a look: youtu.be/2SCaatMfzHU

There's a chance for thunderstorms and high temperatures with a heat index reaching 100-105 degrees this week. The Chicago Heating and Cooling Ordinance requires some residential buildings to provide cooling centers for their residents. Learn more at Rentervention.com!

When 31 states have laws prohibiting rent control, what can you do to protect yourself from rent hikes? Our Legal and Policy Director, Michelle Gilbert, spoke with Main and Wall at Scripps News about how to prepare for unexpected rental costs. Take a look: scrippsnews.com/us-news/housin…

Don't forget to stop by next Tuesday for a back-to-school event at Ellis Park! Stop by the LCBH table to learn more about our services and your rights! 🍎📓🖍️

Don't forget to join us tomorrow for State Rep. Will Guzzardi's Back to School Fair at Kelvyn Park! Stop by the LCBH table to learn more about housing and renters' rights! Attendees can also access free school supplies, haircuts, and more! #BackToSchool

Join us on September 12th at Kennedy-King College for our renters' rights training in collaboration with Teamwork Englewood, Beyond Legal Aid, and Chicago Department of Housing! Learn more about the eviction process and your rights as a tenant! See you there!

All DFSS Cooling Centers are open Mon-Thurs, 9am-5pm. Note: Garfield Center, 10 S. Kedzie is open ‘til 8pm on Aug. 26 & Aug. 27. For those needing shelter placement, Garfield is open 24/7. For more information about other cooling centers, visit: shorturl.at/4hRxb.

Extremely high temperatures are expected this week! Don't forget to: 🙋‍♀️ Check on your neighbors 🥤 Drink lots of water 🍴Minimize your use of stoves and ovens You can also beat the heat at a cooling center near you! 🤒🌞

On days when the Chicago heat index exceeds 80F, certain residential buildings must provide AC in all apartments or have an indoor cooling center. Learn more about the #ChicagoCoolingOrdinace, if your building is eligible, and report violations at rentervention.com.

We can't believe it's already September! Our team had a great back-to-school season sharing housing resources with families across Cook County. We are so grateful for the opportunity to meet renters and share important legal information. Email [email protected] to learn more!

Our 2024 Gratitude Report is here! We hope the following pages inspire you to get involved with our work in and outside of eviction court. Each person’s story is a testament to what’s possible when we all work together to protect “home.” Join us! lcbh.org/reports_financ…

Happy #Fridaythe13th! The pests, mold, and broken locks in your apartment aren't a string of bad luck! They're conditions issues your landlord is required to repair under the Chicago RLTO. Learn more about your options at rentervention.org