Jackson County Housing Authority

Jackson County, Illinois

300 North 7th Street
Murphysboro, IL 62966
ph: 618-684-3183
fax: 618-684-3222
twestley@jcha-il.org

"...safe, sanitary and decent housing for persons of low income in Jackson County, Illinois"

The JCHA is closed to the general public until further notice. Please contact the office by phone (618-684-3183), email, fax (618-684-3222), or one of the drop boxes located at the North and South entrances of 300 N. 7th St., Murphysboro, IL. Click here for more information.

MISSION STATEMENT

The Housing Authority of the County of Jackson, Illinois, is committed to providing quality, affordable housing, that is decent and safe, to eligible families in this community. We strive to make the best use of all available resources so that our residents may live in an environment that is clean, well maintained and attractive. Our goal is to manage our public housing units in a manner that is consistent with good, financially sound property management practices. By taking advantage of available community and government resources, we intend to provide our residents with as many opportunities for economic self-sufficiency as we can identify. We endeavor to instill pride and a desire for an enhanced quality of life for our residents and their families. We are committed to serving our residents and this entire community in a manner that demonstrates professional courtesy, respect and caring.

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COVID-19

The coronavirus disease 2019, or COVID-19, has been getting a lot of attention in the news and social media. HUD has provided the JCHA with information directly from the CDC.

Click here for the informational sheet "What you need to know about coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19)."

For more information, please visit: www.cdc.gov/COVID19

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2-1-1 proves assistance for callers who are homeless, in abusive relationships, in a financial crisis, and links victims of disasters with emergency services.

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HOUSING CHOICE VOUCHER (SEC. 8)

2021 Annual Mandatory Update of your application for assistance through the Jackson County Housing Authority Housing Choice Voucher Program. All updates must be returned by no later than March 31, 2021.