LifePath HomeShare

LifePath HomeShare is a program where two or more people can share a home and expenses to their mutual benefit. No two home sharing arrangements are alike, because we value the unique needs and interests of all participants involved.

• Home sharing is for individuals of all ages, incomes, and abilities.
• Home Sharers must be 60 years or older or an adult with a disability.
• Home Sharers offer a safe and sanitary private bedroom and shared communal areas in exchange for rent, help around the house, or a combination of the two.
• Home Seekers could be anyone over the age of 18. This is a wonderful opportunity for students, part-time workers, or retirees.

Home sharing is a creative option to address the lack of affordable and available local housing and honor the desire of older adult homeowners to remain living in their homes. It is a responsive community program that values human connection and provides a better quality of life for all individuals.

Please, contact us for more information about LifePath HomeShare.

More information about LifePath HomeShare

• To participate in the LifePath HomeShare Program, applicants must be located in the LifePath service area of Franklin County and the North Quabbin.
• All participants will need to provide 3 character references and partake in several security checks to ensure the safest possible match arrangement. Home Seekers will be asked to provide 1 reference who is a landlord.
• Home Seekers will need to provide verification of annual gross income.
• All participants will need to provide a state-issued photo identification card.
• Each match can choose from an array of services to be provided in lieu of housing costs.

There are three types of home sharing opportunities:

• Rent Only—No Routine Tasks Provided

  The Home Seeker will pay the home provider monthly rent in exchange for housing. Rent can vary on a case-by-case basis.

• Reduced Rent—Some Tasks Provided

  The Home Seeker can provide a predetermined amount of service a week plus pay a small rent and/or help with utility bills.

• No Rent—All Service

  The Home Share participants will negotiate their match so that the amount of services provided will equal the cost of the rented room.

LifePath is also creating a “Do It Yourself” HomeShare Guide that will outline the HomeShare process and all of the steps required to make a successful and lasting match.

Home sharing provides multiple benefits for housemates of any age.

• Affordable green housing!
• Companionship and security. Folks can feel safer in their homes with an improved sense of well-being. Meaningful connections are created.
• Feelings of isolation and loneliness can be diminished, which leads to improved mental and physical health.
• Increases financial stability by providing supplemental income or reduced housing costs.
• Breaks down barriers between generations and cultures. Promotes diversity and intergenerational living.
• Offers more viable housing opportunities in the community that you love!
• It is a “feel good” experience helping others to age comfortably in their homes.
• Families can relax with increased peace of mind, knowing that their loved ones are being cared for.

Join our growing HomeShare community today! Contact us.