Shared Housing

The Shared Housing Team is offering free assistance to those affected by the LA Wildfire in finding housing. We can help connect those who are displaced with Shared Housing arrangements or we can provide referrals to affordable housing in Los Angeles.
If you or someone you know needs support with housing, please fill out this contact form and we will contact you as soon as we can.

WHY SHARED HOUSING
There are over one million available bedrooms in Los Angeles. ALA Shared Housing converts spare rooms into affordable housing which allows the senior homeowner to age in place, and for housing seekers to secure affordable rent.

HOW IT WORKS
ALA screens, matches, and monitors two people to share a home based on living preferences and compatibility. Arrangements may be rent or a combination of rent and daily living support such as cleaning, cooking, or transportation.

OUR SUCCESS
Shared Housing helps older adults reduce social isolation, gain financial relief through rental income, and receive support for daily living activities. It creates affordable housing options for low-income people and the opportunity to have a unique life experience.

Over the decades, we have matched thousands of roommates:

– Average roommate duration is 2.5 years
– Longest roommate match is 12 years
– 35% of renters provide daily living support for reduced rent

This project is funded in part by L.A. Care Health Plan and will benefit low-income and uninsured residents of Los Angeles County

CLICK HERE TO VIEW OUR AVAILABLE ROOMS

 

Outside of Los Angeles?

ALA is a member of the National Shared Housing Resource Center.
Visit their online program directory to find a program in your community.

You are a homeowner in the LA area and have an extra bedroom to rent

or

You are a homeowner in the LA area, have an extra bedroom to rent, and could use help with cooking, housekeeping, and transportation in lieu of full rent.

Click here to register as a HOUSING PROVIDER

You are looking for housing to share with a senior

and

You can pay discounted rent or pay further discounted rent by providing support such as cooking, cleaning, or transportation.

Click here to register as a HOUSING SEEKER

Frequently Asked Questions

How does the Shared Housing program work?

What makes someone a good candidate for shared housing?

How much will I pay in rent?

How much rent should I charge? (If you are renting out space)

How does the trial period work?

What if I’m having a problem with my roommate?

How do I get started?

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Are you or someone you know homeless and in need of housing? If so, submit an application through LA County's Coordinated Entry System.

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