Older Adult/Disability Related Supportive Housing | INDEPENDENCE CENTER - Supported Housing
2025 Washington Street, Waukegan, IL 60085
Eligibility
Adults (age 18 and older) with a persistent mental illness with Medicaid
Hours
Service Hours
Monday: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
847-360-1020
Voice·
Primary Program Phone
Websitehttps://www.icwaukegan.org
Languages
Spanish
Application process
Complete membership application online and call for appointment
Documents Required:
Photo identification
Social Security card
Medicaid card
Referrals from other community agencies require current detailed psycho-social history, current psychiatric assessment, and signed release
Fees
No fee or copay, accepts Medicaid
Service area
Lake County, IL
Offers supportive housing for adults with persistent mental illness. Provides 24-hour crisis response, on-site case management, and budget management assistance. Operates four housing units with space for 45 residents.
Note: Independence Center operates as a membership program. Membership requires that the individual has a persistent mental illness and Medicaid insurance to cover all fees. Members are encouraged to attend programs on a daily basis and contribute to the IC community.
Date of Last Formal Update
01/07/2026
Data provided by
Lake County 211
Providing organization
INDEPENDENCE CENTER
Nonprofit organization providing services for adults with mental illnesses.