The Illinois Model Home Program is a program sponsored by the Illinois Department of Public Health that helps residents of the state of Illinois access safe, affordable housing. It provides financial assistance to those who need help purchasing or renovating a home, and offers grants to local governments and organizations that help with home construction and improvement projects. The program also provides technical assistance to local communities on housing issues and helps to raise awareness of housing issues in the state. There are three types of Illinois Model Home Program: the Homeownership Program, the Home Repair Program, and the Rental Program. The Homeownership Program helps eligible first-time homebuyers purchase and renovate a home and provides grants to local governments for home construction and improvement projects. The Home Repair Program provides low-interest loans to qualified homeowners to assist with repairs and maintenance, while the Rental Program provides assistance to low-income renters in locating and maintaining affordable rental units.