Shared housing is one strategy deployed to maximize existing housing resources and provide options for those experiencing housing insecurity. The specifications of the shared housing model often vary from site to site but generally involve tenants sharing common spaces such as kitchens and living rooms, having access to individual bedroom areas, and may also include either shared or individual bathroom space. This memo reviews existing literature and highlights the identified challenges and best practices associated with the shared housing model.
Shared Housing: Challenges, Best Practices and Outcomes
Homelessness Policy Research Institute
Year: 2019