Home Sharing

Contact us at (302) 434-2856 with questions or to complete an application.

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What is Home Sharing?

The Delaware Senior Home Shares works to provide affordable and attainable housing to help seniors ‘age in place.’ We facilitate secure home shares for homeowners and renters who are currently stressed financially, experiencing life transitions, looking for companionship, or needing basic assistance (service exchange) to help them thrive and remain safely at home. Home Shares are living arrangements between two or more unrelated people, one of whom is 55 years of age or older, who agree to share a home or apartment for their mutual benefit. Each person has their own bedroom and possibly bathroom, while sharing common living areas.

Speak with an intake counselor today about how DFFSCHS can be of service to you – whether you are a host or a renter, we want to hear from you!

About The Program

Our Senior Citizen Home Share Program is designed to promote companionship and mutual support by matching senior citizens who wish to share their homes. This program helps seniors maintain independence, provides affordable housing options, and fosters a supportive community.

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Benefits

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Affordable Housing

Sharing a home reduces living costs and provides an affordable housing option for seniors.

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Companionship

Living with a roommate can alleviate feelings of loneliness and provide daily companionship.

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Support

Roommates can provide mutual support in daily tasks and activities.