Student Housing

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A Place to Belong

Student housing at Christian Life College is more than a place to live. It's a place to belong. It’s where friendships are formed, faith is strengthened, and lifelong memories are made. Through shared experiences, meaningful conversations, and a Christ-centered community, students find encouragement and support as they grow both personally and spiritually. Here, you’re not just finding a place to stay: you’re finding a home where you can grow in faith, build lasting relationships, and become part of something bigger than yourself.

Faith in Everyday Life

Through prayer, worship, meaningful conversations, and encouragement from others, students are continually challenged to grow in their relationship with God. As they learn to put Christ at the center of their decisions, relationships, and daily routines, faith becomes a natural part of everyday life. Here, students are equipped to live out their Christian values with confidence, compassion, and a heart to serve others.

Grow Together

At Christian Life College, growth happens best when we grow together. From shared experiences and everyday conversations to serving alongside one another and celebrating milestones, students build relationships that make the college experience meaningful. These connections create a community where students can encourage one another, learn from each other, and navigate life’s challenges together. The friendships formed here go beyond the classroom, creating lasting memories and relationships that continue long after graduation.

Make Yourself at Home

At Christian Life College, on-campus apartment living offers more than convenience. It’s an opportunity to make college feel like home. With a welcoming community just steps away, students can build meaningful friendships, share everyday experiences, and stay connected to campus life. Living on campus creates the perfect balance of independence, fellowship, and spiritual growth, allowing students to feel supported while embracing new opportunities. Here, you’re not just finding a place to live; you’re creating a home where faith, friendship, and your college experience come together.

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Homelessness Resources

At Christian Life College, we believe that every student deserves the opportunity to grow in faith, pursue their education, and fulfill the purpose God has placed on their life. We recognize that students may face a variety of personal and financial challenges during their college experience, including housing and food insecurity. We are committed to treating every student with compassion, dignity, and understanding while helping connect them with resources and support that can make a meaningful difference.

Housing Insecurity and Student Support

Illinois HOUSE Liason

In accordance with Illinois Public Act 102-0083, institutions of higher education are required to designate a staff member to serve as the Housing and Opportunities that are Useful for Students' Excellence (HOUSE) liaison. At Christian Life College our HOUSE Liason is LeAnn Riveness. This individual serves as a point of contact to assist students experiencing homelessness with identifying and accessing available support services and resources.

Christian Life College is committed to supporting students experiencing housing insecurity and helping them navigate available resources. Students who need assistance or have questions about housing, food access, or other basic needs are encouraged to contact the college for guidance and support. Students who lack stable housing will be permitted to remain in their on-campus housing during academic breaks at no additional cost, or will be connected with appropriate off-campus housing options at no cost to the student, as applicable. Our goal is to ensure that every student has access to safe, stable housing so they can continue their education, grow in faith, and thrive within our college community.

Contact Information:
HOUSE Liaison Name: LeAnn Riveness 

Title: Housing Supervisor 
Office located in the College Administrative Office Suite

Email: lriveness2@gmail.com 

Phone: (847) 259-1840

Our goal is to help every student find the support they need to continue their education, strengthen their faith, and pursue their calling with confidence.

Internal Resources

All Students who are in need of interim housing or struggling with homelessness or housing insecurity (during academic year or academic breaks) should reach out to our HOUSE Liaison,

LeAnn Riveness. (lrivness2@gmail.com)

Community Resources

There are several community resources available to individuals who may be struggling with homelessness, food insecurity or other needs.

Social Services:

Northwest Compass

1300 W. Northwest Highway, Mount Prospect, IL

847-392-2344

https://northwestcompass.org/

A strong first stop for students dealing with housing instability, food insecurity, financial hardship, or employment challenges. Its services include housing navigation, food assistance, financial and career coaching, and support for young adults through its HYPE program.

Mount Prospect Community Connections Center

1711 W. Algonquin Road, Mount Prospect, IL

847-506-4930

A useful local access point for social services, counseling, benefits application assistance, and food pantry referrals. The center also shares space with the Mount Prospect Public Library’s South Branch, where students can use computers, printers, and free Wi-Fi without a library card.

Mount Prospect Human Services Department

50 S. Emerson Street, Mount Prospect, IL

847-870-5680

https://www.mountprospect.org/departments/human_services/

Provides eligible Mount Prospect residents with access to a food pantry and limited emergency financial assistance, including possible help with rent, utilities, and emergency medication. A social worker conducts an assessment, and eligibility requirements apply.

Food Pantries and Meal Assistance:

The Kid’s Pantry

400 E. Gregory St., Mount Prospect

224-334-2074

https://www.thekidspantry.org/

The Kid’s Pantry is a community food pantry located in at Christian Life Church in Mount Prospect, Illinois, dedicated to helping individuals and families facing food insecurity. The pantry provides food assistance to those in need, helping ensure that community members have access to essential groceries and nourishment.

Faith Feeds – Food Pantry on Rand

1585 N. Rand Road, Palatine

847-927-7377

https://faithfeedsfp.org/

Faith Feeds Food Pantry, an interfaith organization, supports those in Cook County’s Northwest Suburbs facing food insecurity. Donors, volunteers and community partners help Faith Feeds provide for our neighbors in need. Faith Feeds operates out of the Community Resource Center at 1585 N. Rand Rd., as a client-choice pantry. A mobile food pantry distributes weekly at area apartment complexes.

State and Federal Resources

Medicaid
A program jointly funded by the state and federal governments that pays for medical assistance services. Primary services funded through Medicaid are physician, hospital and long-term care.

Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)
This program helps low-income individuals and families buy the food they need for good health. Benefits are provided on the Illinois Link Card that is an electronic card accepted at most grocery stores.

Find more information at www.dhs.state.il.us

Homelessness Prevention and Emergency Housing

Illinois has programs that may help eligible individuals and families avoid homelessness or access emergency and transitional housing.

Cook County coordinated entry: 1-877-426-6515
Illinois Department of Human Services: 1-833-234-6343
Start here: Illinois housing assistance

Assistance and placement depend on funding, local availability, and eligibility.

TANF — Cash assistance for eligible families

Temporary Assistance for Needy Families provides financial assistance and related support to qualifying families with children. It may be relevant to student parents who are struggling to cover basic living expenses.

Apply: Illinois ABE
Phone: 1-800-843-6154

TANF is not a general cash benefit for every college student; family and other eligibility requirements apply.

Federal Student Aid — FAFSA homeless youth provisions

Qualifying unaccompanied homeless youth and qualifying unaccompanied, self-supporting youth at risk of homelessness can be treated as independent students on the FAFSA, without providing parental financial information.

Apply: Federal Student Aid
Guidance: Federal Student Aid rules for homelessness determinations

Students may qualify even if they are staying temporarily with friends, living in a car, or facing the loss of their current housing. The college's financial aid administrator has a role in making determinations when appropriate.

HUD — Public Housing and Rental Assistance

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development funds programs such as public housing, Housing Choice Vouchers (Section 8), and certain subsidized apartments.

Find housing and shelter: HUD Find Shelter
Illinois housing resources: HUD Illinois
Housing counseling: 1-800-569-4287

These programs can have long waiting lists and are not guaranteed emergency placements. Students apply through the relevant local housing authority or property.

WIC — Nutrition Assistance for Eligible Families

The federal Women, Infants, and Children program provides nutrition support, eligible foods, and referrals for qualifying pregnant or postpartum individuals, infants, and children under age five.

Program information: USDA WIC
Illinois information: Illinois WIC

This is particularly relevant to students who are pregnant, recently gave birth, or have young children.

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