Safe Homes Act & Victim’s Economic Security and Safety Act

Safe Homes Act

Victim’s have the right to end their lease early or have their locks changed on their homes. Victim’s will need a written request to provide to their landlord. Advocates can help with this writing process.

VESSA

An employer is required to allow for up to 12 weeks of job-guaranteed time off (unpaid) for victims. Employers are also prohibited from discriminating or retaliating against a victim of domestic or sexual violence.

Northwest Center Against Sexual Assault
Cook County Crisis Hotline: 888-802-8890 | McHenry County Crisis Hotline: 800-892-8900
Northwest Center Against Sexual Assault
415 West Golf Road, Suite 47
Arlington Heights, IL 60005
(847) 806-6526
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