Transitional Housing
Hawthorn House
Single-adult and small-family units with counseling on site and support until permanent housing is secured.
A safe place to live while you build what comes next.
Visit us
- 135 E Front Street, Wheaton, IL 60187
- Staffed Mon–Fri 9am–6pm · On-call support 24/7
- Walkable to the Wheaton Metra station. Street and lot parking nearby.
- (630) 555-0242
Services at this center
HousingStability first, for young people and families.CounselingStrengthening emotional health and resilience.Family SupportWalking alongside families with a real plan.
Transitional Housing
What to expect here
Transitional Housing sites are furnished homes and apartments with a case manager on your side. Households stay from a few months up to two years while they stabilize income, health and permanent housing.
- A phone screening and housing assessment within 48 hours
- A tour of the home and a written stay agreement
- A case manager, savings plan and weekly check-ins
- Support until you move into permanent housing
Good to know
- Program fees are income-based; no one is turned away for cost
- Children are welcome; family units available at every site
- Referrals accepted from any Outreach center or partner agency
From this community
Maribel had 11 days to find a new home. She found a neighbor first.
An eviction notice brought Maribel to the Warrenville center. A housing plan, a bus pass and a phone call to her landlord changed the month, and then the year.
Read more stories