Jane Addams Senior Caucus (fka Tenant Education Network)
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Building tenant power. Winning dignified housing. JASC is a Chicago-based 501c3 that gives senior tenants and families in Project-Based Section 8 Housing the tools they need to unionize.
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December 2, 2025 at 11:13 PM
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POV: The government shuts down. You live in a federally subsidized building, your SNAP benefits are paused, and LIHEAP help for your electric bill is stuck in limbo.
While others tell you to “wait it out,” JASC steps up. 💪
While others tell you to “wait it out,” JASC steps up. 💪
November 25, 2025 at 10:17 PM
POV: The government shuts down. You live in a federally subsidized building, your SNAP benefits are paused, and LIHEAP help for your electric bill is stuck in limbo.
While others tell you to “wait it out,” JASC steps up. 💪
While others tell you to “wait it out,” JASC steps up. 💪
In 2019, the slumlord Apex Chicago IL LLC bought Ellis Lakeview. Tenants organized and kicked them out. Since then, we’ve won hot water, new boilers, and 24/7 security- but we’re not done yet.
Because what’s a rehabbed building worth if tenants don’t feel safe coming home?
Because what’s a rehabbed building worth if tenants don’t feel safe coming home?
November 19, 2025 at 12:38 AM
In 2019, the slumlord Apex Chicago IL LLC bought Ellis Lakeview. Tenants organized and kicked them out. Since then, we’ve won hot water, new boilers, and 24/7 security- but we’re not done yet.
Because what’s a rehabbed building worth if tenants don’t feel safe coming home?
Because what’s a rehabbed building worth if tenants don’t feel safe coming home?
The Fox Shore Tenant Association had a potluck to celebrate their victories, and quickly got back to work. Currently, the building owners have a parking policy that has caused dozens of tenants' cars to be towed often.
Follow their fight against this abuse of power here!
Follow their fight against this abuse of power here!
November 13, 2025 at 9:13 PM
The Fox Shore Tenant Association had a potluck to celebrate their victories, and quickly got back to work. Currently, the building owners have a parking policy that has caused dozens of tenants' cars to be towed often.
Follow their fight against this abuse of power here!
Follow their fight against this abuse of power here!
Huge victory for the Crestwood Apartments Tenants Union! Temporary relocation for tenants who were without heat, hot water and accessible units. The association built a legal strategy and as of today all issues are resolved.
November 12, 2025 at 3:14 PM
Huge victory for the Crestwood Apartments Tenants Union! Temporary relocation for tenants who were without heat, hot water and accessible units. The association built a legal strategy and as of today all issues are resolved.
1.9 Million Illinois residents receive SNAP benefits. These have been minimized and delayed by the Federal Government shutdown. However, as of July SNAP eligibility was changed significantly. Visit www.dhs.state.il.us?item=174038 to keep up with the most recent changes and updates.
November 6, 2025 at 11:16 PM
1.9 Million Illinois residents receive SNAP benefits. These have been minimized and delayed by the Federal Government shutdown. However, as of July SNAP eligibility was changed significantly. Visit www.dhs.state.il.us?item=174038 to keep up with the most recent changes and updates.
LIHEAP Applications are now open for all!
For more information about eligibility and where to apply IN PERSON, visit this link: docs.google.com/document/d/1...
For more information about eligibility and where to apply IN PERSON, visit this link: docs.google.com/document/d/1...
November 5, 2025 at 5:11 PM
LIHEAP Applications are now open for all!
For more information about eligibility and where to apply IN PERSON, visit this link: docs.google.com/document/d/1...
For more information about eligibility and where to apply IN PERSON, visit this link: docs.google.com/document/d/1...
The Fox Shore Tenant Association had a potluck to celebrate the victories the tenant association has achieved in coordination with the City. The tenants were joined by the Mayor of Aurora, The Deputy Mayor and The Alderman to celebrate everyone's combined tireless efforts.
October 30, 2025 at 4:29 PM
The Fox Shore Tenant Association had a potluck to celebrate the victories the tenant association has achieved in coordination with the City. The tenants were joined by the Mayor of Aurora, The Deputy Mayor and The Alderman to celebrate everyone's combined tireless efforts.
Tenants at the Fox Shore Tenant Association have been organizing for months to secure a fair contract with the prospective new owners of their building. Their top demand was back rent forgiveness—and they gained the support of every elected official who represents them.
October 27, 2025 at 9:52 PM
Tenants at the Fox Shore Tenant Association have been organizing for months to secure a fair contract with the prospective new owners of their building. Their top demand was back rent forgiveness—and they gained the support of every elected official who represents them.
Tenants testified about their abhorrent living conditions, previous broken promises, and their skepticism that any deal made without a contract will be honored.
JASC knows from experience that govt agencies often lack the will or capacity to ensure developers follow through when receiving City funds
JASC knows from experience that govt agencies often lack the will or capacity to ensure developers follow through when receiving City funds
October 23, 2025 at 3:22 PM
Tenants testified about their abhorrent living conditions, previous broken promises, and their skepticism that any deal made without a contract will be honored.
JASC knows from experience that govt agencies often lack the will or capacity to ensure developers follow through when receiving City funds
JASC knows from experience that govt agencies often lack the will or capacity to ensure developers follow through when receiving City funds
Indian trails Tenant Union members attended the City of Chicago Finance Committee hearing to demand a legally binding contract with the proposed buyer. The City is offering them $34 million in Tax exempt bonds, and tenants need a guarantee they will be used appropriately - to fix building issues.
October 23, 2025 at 3:19 PM
Indian trails Tenant Union members attended the City of Chicago Finance Committee hearing to demand a legally binding contract with the proposed buyer. The City is offering them $34 million in Tax exempt bonds, and tenants need a guarantee they will be used appropriately - to fix building issues.
Listen to Ms. Sandelin's account of disrespect alongside other members of the tenants association on behalf of Alderman Beale. We will not support a 34 million dollar bond deal for this unknown owner unless there is a legally binding contract.
'No Tenant Union Contract, No Bond!'
'No Tenant Union Contract, No Bond!'
October 15, 2025 at 9:46 PM
Listen to Ms. Sandelin's account of disrespect alongside other members of the tenants association on behalf of Alderman Beale. We will not support a 34 million dollar bond deal for this unknown owner unless there is a legally binding contract.
'No Tenant Union Contract, No Bond!'
'No Tenant Union Contract, No Bond!'
Members of the Damen Courts Tenant Association recently delivered a majority petition to management to demonstrate their unity and demand safer living conditions, as well as an end to harassment and retaliation.
October 14, 2025 at 10:24 PM
Members of the Damen Courts Tenant Association recently delivered a majority petition to management to demonstrate their unity and demand safer living conditions, as well as an end to harassment and retaliation.
The Low Income Home Energy Assistance program (LIHEAP) is now open to apply for Seniors!
Click this link for the specific addresses and documents you will need to bring with you.
In person support from 9am-2pm. docs.google.com/document/d/1...
Click this link for the specific addresses and documents you will need to bring with you.
In person support from 9am-2pm. docs.google.com/document/d/1...
October 9, 2025 at 9:57 PM
The Low Income Home Energy Assistance program (LIHEAP) is now open to apply for Seniors!
Click this link for the specific addresses and documents you will need to bring with you.
In person support from 9am-2pm. docs.google.com/document/d/1...
Click this link for the specific addresses and documents you will need to bring with you.
In person support from 9am-2pm. docs.google.com/document/d/1...
WOW! It is hard to believe how many incredible victories and actions we have had recently. Our newest Caucus Connection is filled with them.
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October 6, 2025 at 7:42 PM
WOW! It is hard to believe how many incredible victories and actions we have had recently. Our newest Caucus Connection is filled with them.
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The Ellis Lakeview Tenant Association has been organizing since 2020 to make their building a safe and dignified place to live and there is no stopping now! We will not go back, every tenant deserves to feel safe in their home!
October 2, 2025 at 10:46 PM
The Ellis Lakeview Tenant Association has been organizing since 2020 to make their building a safe and dignified place to live and there is no stopping now! We will not go back, every tenant deserves to feel safe in their home!
On 9/23/25 representatives of the tenant association showed up to HUD's inspection to tell them why security at Ellis Lakeview is so important and that residents can't afford to go back to an unsafe building where their were shootings nearly every week.
October 2, 2025 at 10:46 PM
On 9/23/25 representatives of the tenant association showed up to HUD's inspection to tell them why security at Ellis Lakeview is so important and that residents can't afford to go back to an unsafe building where their were shootings nearly every week.
The Indian Trails Tenant Union has tried over the past 2 months to get a meeting with Alderman Beale. They have been ignored, kicked out of the office, and had phone calls screened.
Call Alderman Beale and ask him to meet with the Indian trails Tenant Association! 773-785-1100
#Ward09
Call Alderman Beale and ask him to meet with the Indian trails Tenant Association! 773-785-1100
#Ward09
September 30, 2025 at 5:10 PM
The Indian Trails Tenant Union has tried over the past 2 months to get a meeting with Alderman Beale. They have been ignored, kicked out of the office, and had phone calls screened.
Call Alderman Beale and ask him to meet with the Indian trails Tenant Association! 773-785-1100
#Ward09
Call Alderman Beale and ask him to meet with the Indian trails Tenant Association! 773-785-1100
#Ward09
Everyone deserves to have a good home. A home that is clean, safe and happy. Although it seems like a simple statement, there are many renters across the city, state and country that are fighting daily to make this a reality.
Editor:
Dominique Gnagne
@gdominique
Filmmaker:
@niko_photo_video
Editor:
Dominique Gnagne
@gdominique
Filmmaker:
@niko_photo_video
September 24, 2025 at 4:54 PM
Everyone deserves to have a good home. A home that is clean, safe and happy. Although it seems like a simple statement, there are many renters across the city, state and country that are fighting daily to make this a reality.
Editor:
Dominique Gnagne
@gdominique
Filmmaker:
@niko_photo_video
Editor:
Dominique Gnagne
@gdominique
Filmmaker:
@niko_photo_video
Can you believe this difference for a tenant at our North Austin building? While Mr. Dobbs fought for many updates, management removed his tub, providing no timeline for its replacement. How did this victory happen? We escalated through every means: the City, local electeds and the Courts.
September 17, 2025 at 12:49 PM
Can you believe this difference for a tenant at our North Austin building? While Mr. Dobbs fought for many updates, management removed his tub, providing no timeline for its replacement. How did this victory happen? We escalated through every means: the City, local electeds and the Courts.
After Video!
September 12, 2025 at 9:51 PM
After Video!
Huge improvement for one of our tenants at Indian Trails Apartments!
After reporting leaks, holes and cracks in her bathroom, management began a repair that went unfinished. Using our tools of escalation this tenant, alongside our organizers, were able to get all issues resolved.
Before video-
After reporting leaks, holes and cracks in her bathroom, management began a repair that went unfinished. Using our tools of escalation this tenant, alongside our organizers, were able to get all issues resolved.
Before video-
September 12, 2025 at 9:50 PM
Huge improvement for one of our tenants at Indian Trails Apartments!
After reporting leaks, holes and cracks in her bathroom, management began a repair that went unfinished. Using our tools of escalation this tenant, alongside our organizers, were able to get all issues resolved.
Before video-
After reporting leaks, holes and cracks in her bathroom, management began a repair that went unfinished. Using our tools of escalation this tenant, alongside our organizers, were able to get all issues resolved.
Before video-
At JASC none of our tenants have been evicted after being served a notice. This is due to our whole organizing model, which includes legal representation thanks to our partners at Beyond Legal Aid. We use every tool we can to continue to fight and to win!
September 12, 2025 at 3:37 PM
At JASC none of our tenants have been evicted after being served a notice. This is due to our whole organizing model, which includes legal representation thanks to our partners at Beyond Legal Aid. We use every tool we can to continue to fight and to win!
Lead organizer, Tammi Brown worked with key leaders at Crestwood Senior Apartments to put on an amazing end of summer social for residents to enjoy and celebrate all the hard work they have done this summer.
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September 5, 2025 at 2:45 PM
Lead organizer, Tammi Brown worked with key leaders at Crestwood Senior Apartments to put on an amazing end of summer social for residents to enjoy and celebrate all the hard work they have done this summer.
This event will be featured in our Caucus Connection, sign up to stay updated!
This event will be featured in our Caucus Connection, sign up to stay updated!
Given the tremendous need for federal housing investments, Congress should fund these programs at a higher level, and not consider cuts of any kind to our affordable housing and homelessness programs.
Tell Congress #HandsOffHousing!
To learn more visit: nlihc.org/sites/defaul...
Tell Congress #HandsOffHousing!
To learn more visit: nlihc.org/sites/defaul...
August 27, 2025 at 12:43 PM
Given the tremendous need for federal housing investments, Congress should fund these programs at a higher level, and not consider cuts of any kind to our affordable housing and homelessness programs.
Tell Congress #HandsOffHousing!
To learn more visit: nlihc.org/sites/defaul...
Tell Congress #HandsOffHousing!
To learn more visit: nlihc.org/sites/defaul...