Shared Housing Center

Criminal background check and drug test required. Homeshare Program - Housing solutions for individuals (typically older widows) who have housing with individuals 21+ in need of housing. Home providers must live in Dallas County and offer private bedroom to qualify. Roommate should be able to contribute minimally to finances and offer companionship, assistance with chores, and sense of security. Match based on common interests and affordability. Homeshare CARE Program - rental stipend not to exceed 12 months & case management. Both Homeshare & CARE offer: intake/screening, reference checking, housing option counseling, home inspections, community referrals, negotiation of contracts, follow-up assistance. Group Residence - Up to 12 months housing for homeless single parents 21+ and adults age 50+. Child ages cannot exceed 10 for boys and 12 for girls when accepted into program. Individuals/families live in house and share common areas. Private bedroom and bath. Once employed, parents pay rental fee not to exceed 30% of income. Services include crisis intervention, educational/employment assistance, financial management, permanent housing placement, mentoring, social and recreational programming, day care, after-school programming, mental health services, groceries, clothing, toiletries, medicine, temporary transportation. Application online