Transitional Housing Program Host Homes
Become a Transitional Housing host home
Opening your home can help a young adult transitioning from foster care build stability, confidence, and the life skills needed for long-term independence.
Host Home vs. Room Rental
THP Host Home
Host homes provide both housing and mentorship. Hosts work with young adults to help them build independence and navigate the transition into adulthood.
This option is ideal for individuals or families who are interested in providing guidance and support during an important stage of a young person’s life.
THP Room Rental
Room rental participants provide a private room for a young adult in their home, but do not take on a mentorship role as host homes do.
The room rental option allows community members to support youth in a significant way with minimal time commitment, while EA staff provide case management and ongoing support.
How long do participants typically stay?
Length of stay may vary depending on the program model and participant goals. EA staff work closely with participants to help them move toward stable, independent housing.
Requirements
To become a host home or room rental participant you must:
Be at least 21 years of age
Have a private room available in your home
Meet basic health and safety standards
Pass DOJ, FBI, and CAIC background checks
EA provides required training and ongoing support for all approved hosts.
Compensation
EA Family Services provides monthly payments to support housing and mentorship responsibilities.
$700/month for rent and utilities (host home or room rental)
$350/month mentoring stipend for host homes
Compensation helps offset housing costs while supporting the important role host homes play in helping young adults transition into independence.
Support provided by EA
EA Family Services provides guidance, training, and ongoing support to ensure host homes feel prepared and confident.
Support includes:
CPR and First Aid training
Mandated Reporter training
Ongoing case management support
Access to EA staff for guidance and assistance
Resources to help young adults build life skills and independence
Our team works closely with Host Homes to ensure both hosts and participants receive the support they need.
What skills do hosts help young adults develop?
Host homes may support participants in learning:
Budgeting and financial management
Job preparation
Health and nutrition
Daily living skills
Room rental participants provide housing but do not mentor the young adult. EA staff provide ongoing case management and support.
Interested in becoming a host home?
Complete the interest form and our team will contact you.