Housing Options

Shared Independent Living

Shared Independent Living provides affordable housing for adults who can live independently while benefiting from a structured and respectful shared environment. In South Carolina, this option is often chosen by individuals experiencing financial hardship, transitioning after a major life change, aging out of foster care, returning to the community after incarceration, or seeking stable housing after periods of uncertainty. Residents have their own designated living space while sharing common areas that encourage respectful daily living and personal responsibility.

How It Works

Residents living in shared independent housing typically receive:

• A furnished bedroom within a shared residence
• Access to common living spaces and household amenities
• Opportunities to build respectful relationships with housemates
• A structured environment that supports independent living
• Shared responsibilities that encourage everyday routines
• Housing designed for adults seeking affordability and stability

What to Expect

• Housing assignments are based on compatibility and availability.
• Residents are expected to follow shared household guidelines.
• The living environment supports independence while encouraging respectful community living.

Private Rooms

Private Rooms offer individuals a furnished personal bedroom within a shared home, providing additional privacy while maintaining access to a structured community setting. Throughout South Carolina, this housing option is commonly selected by adults who value personal space while rebuilding stability, maintaining employment, receiving SSI/SSDI, or adjusting to new life circumstances. Residents enjoy a private sleeping area while sharing household amenities with others.

How It Works

Private room accommodations generally include:

• A furnished bedroom reserved for one resident
• Added privacy for rest, work, or personal time
• Shared access to kitchens, bathrooms, and common areas
• Independent daily living while remaining part of a shared household
• A quieter housing option for individuals who prefer personal space
• Household expectations that promote respectful community living

What to Expect

• Room placement depends on current availability.
• Shared household expectations help maintain a respectful environment.
• Residents continue living independently while using shared household amenities.

Shared Rooms

Shared Rooms provide an affordable housing option for adults who are comfortable sharing a bedroom while living in a structured home environment. In South Carolina, this arrangement is often appropriate for individuals seeking lower-cost housing during financial transitions, rebuilding after personal setbacks, or working toward greater housing stability. Shared rooms allow residents to maintain independence while participating in a respectful household community.

How It Works

Shared room accommodations typically provide:

• A furnished bedroom shared with another resident
• An affordable housing option with shared living expenses
• Space arranged to support respectful roommate living
• Access to common household amenities
• Daily routines that encourage cooperation and mutual respect
• A community setting while maintaining personal independence

What to Expect

• Shared room assignments are based on availability and housing fit.
• Residents are expected to respect shared spaces and household routines.
• The housing environment supports independence while promoting cooperative community living.