DEKALB COUNTY EVICTION CLINIC
What is the Eviction Clinic?
Though we provide transitional housing for neighbors in crisis at Fortify Home—by the time they arrive at our doors, they've often endured significant loss and trauma.
The DeKalb County Eviction Clinic was created to step in earlier—before families lose their housing—to prevent homelessness from happening in the first place. By connecting with our neighbors before eviction becomes a crisis, we can shorten the path to recovery and build stronger foundations for long-term stability.​
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If you're facing eviction, don't wait. Give us a call. One conversation with our Resource Advocate can keep your family together.
Services
Eviction Prevention ​
The Eviction Clinic operates by appointment only. Call today to setup an appointment and find the support you need.​
​​Financial Assistance
Contact the hotline to find out what options are available and get help applying.​
Free Legal Advice
Learn about negotiating with your landlord, legal defenses to an eviction, and free legal resources.
Additional Assistance
In addition to our residential services, Fortify Life is expanding case management to assist community members who are not currently staying at Fortify Home.
Case Managers offer personalized support to:
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Set meaningful, achievable goals.
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Develop and follow strategic action plans
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Overcome barriers and setbacks
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Stay accountable and on track​
Our team is also well-versed in local resources and eligibility requirements—saving our neighbors time and frustration while connecting them to the help they truly need. This also allows us to identify service gaps and develop new, innovative solutions.​ To get started with any form of assistance, please call the resource hotline at 260-226-8836.