If you're in SLO county, have an extra bedroom and are looking for income from rent, let's talk. Not sure yet? We can come to your home to discuss the program and see your space, with no obligation. 805-215-5474

Have a Home to Share?

Home Provider Program Qualifications

• Provider must be capable of communicating directly with HomeShareSLO staff.  Family, caregivers & case workers may assist provider, however it is important that the provider deals directly with our staff.
• Provider must be capable of communicating and making agreements directly with housemate.
  
• Must be a resident and live in SLO county.
• Do you have an extra bedroom in your home in SLO County? 
• Can you provide three personal references?
• Do you have a valid I.D.?
• Can you pass a background check? (See Our Screening Process tab for more information.)

• Are you either a non-drinker, moderate drinker or currently sober and in recovery? No current use of illegal substances?
• Providers can be owners or renters with mortgage or lease in good standing.
  
• Must be living independently or with support system in place and able to fully participate in program by advocating for yourself and interacting with staff and housemate
• The amount charged for rent, including utilities must be at or below $1,200 per month.

If you're looking for safe, affordable housing and meet the following qualifications, contact our office to learn more about getting started. Our qualifications prioritize the safety of the home provider, often a vulnerable single senior, with a goal of creating a stable, longer-term arrangement that serves both parties. 805-215-5474

Looking for a Home?

Home Seeker Program Qualifications (Revised February 2023)

• Seeker must be capable of communicating directly with HomeShareSLO staff. Family, caregivers & case workers may assist seeker, however it is important that the seeker deals directly with our staff.
• Seeker must be capable of communicating and making agreements directly with housemate.
  
• Must be a resident and live in SLO county.
• Can you show proof of income of $1100/month or more?
• Our minimum credit score is 650.
• $50 seeker screening/application fee.

• Can you provide three references (no family or domestic partners)?
• Do you have a valid I.D.? (We confirm identity and review DMV records)
• Is your rental history free of evictions?
• No convictions for crimes against persons or property in last 7 years? No pending criminal charges? No history of convictions for elder abuse, fraud or violent crimes?
• Are you either a non-drinker, moderate drinker or currently sober and in recovery? No current use of illegal substances?
• Note: if applying with another person, or as a couple, you both must qualify individually.
• No bankruptcies in the last 3 years
  

Choosing your home share partner is up to you. We'll provide pre-screened applicants who match your preferences. HomeShareSLO abides by the Fair Housing laws and accepts all applicants, regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, the presence of minor children, receipt of public assistance or gender identity. It is your decision regarding who you want to live with.