Find your perfect supportive roommate in San Diego
Group home alternatives for San Diego Regional Center clients
Homies is a vendored SLS provider with San Diego Regional Center. Discover life sharing—a personalized alternative to group homes where your loved one lives with a compatible supportive roommate in their own community.
Serving families throughout San Diego County: La Jolla, Chula Vista, Escondido, Oceanside, El Cajon, Carlsbad, and surrounding areas
Vendored provider working with Regional Centers across California
What is life sharing?
Life sharing is a supported living arrangement where you share a home with a carefully matched supportive roommate who provides personalized assistance. Unlike group homes, you live in a real home in your San Diego community—not a facility.
As a vendored SLS provider with San Diego Regional Center, Homies makes it easy for SDRC clients to access life sharing services. Your service coordinator can refer you directly, and funding typically comes through Regional Center.
- Live in a real home, not a facility
- Choose your own compatible roommate
- Make your own decisions about daily life
- Be part of your San Diego community
Is life sharing right for your family?
Life sharing through Homies may be a great fit if your loved one meets these criteria
Life sharing is typically funded through Regional Center at no additional cost to families
- Adults (18+) with intellectual or developmental disabilities
- Active clients of San Diego Regional Center
- Individuals seeking more independence than a group home provides
- Those who would thrive with 1:1 support in a home environment
- People interested in being part of a real community
Not sure if your loved one qualifies? We're happy to discuss your situation.
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See how life sharing compares to other housing options for your loved one
| Feature | Life SharingRecommended | Group Home | Living Alone |
|---|---|---|---|
| Living Environment | Real home in the community | Licensed facility | Apartment or house alone |
| Privacy | Private bedroom, shared common areas | Often shared bedrooms | Complete privacy |
| Support Ratio | 1:1 dedicated support | Staff shared among residents | No daily support |
| Choice in Roommate | You choose your match | Assigned by availability | N/A |
| Daily Schedule | You decide your routine | Structured facility schedule | Complete freedom |
| Community Integration | Part of a real neighborhood | Facility-based activities | Self-directed |
| Personalization | Tailored to your interests | Standardized programming | Self-managed |
| Safety & Companionship | Built-in support & friendship | Staff supervision | On your own |
Life sharing offers the best balance of independence, support, and community connection
Benefits of life sharing in San Diego
Why SDRC families are choosing Homies over traditional group homes
Independence & Choice
Live in a real home in San Diego or Imperial County, making your own decisions about daily life and routines.
Community Connection
Be part of your San Diego neighborhood, build friendships, and engage in local activities and events.
Personalized 1:1 Support
Receive dedicated one-on-one support tailored to your unique needs, goals, and preferences.
Safety & Security
All supportive roommates are thoroughly vetted with background checks and ongoing training.
Privacy & Dignity
Enjoy your own private space and the respect you deserve in a home environment, not a facility.
Meaningful Relationships
Build genuine friendships with your supportive roommate based on shared interests and values.
What makes Homies different
As California's first life-sharing program, we've built our approach around what truly matters
Compatibility-First Matching
We don't just match based on location. Our thorough process considers personality, interests, lifestyle preferences, and support needs to find genuinely compatible roommates.
Dedicated Support Team
Every family is assigned a dedicated support coordinator who stays with you throughout your journey—not rotating staff or call centers.
California's Life-Sharing Experts
As California's first life-sharing program, we've pioneered this model and refined our approach through hundreds of successful matches statewide.
Ongoing Partnership
We don't just place and disappear. We provide continuous support, regular check-ins, and 24/7 availability for questions or concerns.
How to get started with Homies
The process for San Diego Regional Center clients
Contact Homies or Your SDRC Coordinator
Reach out to us directly or ask your San Diego Regional Center service coordinator for a referral to Homies.
Initial Consultation
Meet with our San Diego team to discuss your needs, preferences, and goals. We'll explain how life sharing works and answer all your questions.
Profile Creation & Matching
We create a detailed profile highlighting your personality, interests, and support needs to find the perfect compatible roommate in San Diego or Imperial County.
Meet & Greet
Meet potential matches in person. Take your time getting to know each other before making any decisions.
Trial Period & Move-In
Start with a trial period to ensure the match is right. Our San Diego team provides ongoing support throughout your journey.
Stories from San Diego families
Hear from families in our community who chose life sharing over group homes
“Homies helped me find my perfect roommate match. Now I'm living independently in the community where I belong, making friendships instead of just observing them.”
San Diego Regional Center FAQs
Common questions from SDRC clients, families, and service coordinators
Yes, Homies is an official vendored Supported Living Services (SLS) provider with San Diego Regional Center. This means SDRC can directly fund life sharing services through Homies for eligible clients, making it easy for service coordinators to make referrals.
We serve all of San Diego County and Imperial County. This includes San Diego city, Chula Vista, Oceanside, Escondido, Carlsbad, El Cajon, Vista, San Marcos, Encinitas, National City, La Mesa, Santee, Poway, and all communities throughout both counties served by San Diego Regional Center.
Life sharing offers a personalized alternative to group homes. Instead of living in a facility with multiple residents and rotating staff, you share a real home with one compatible roommate who provides dedicated 1:1 support. You have more independence, privacy, choice in daily decisions, and become part of a real community—not a program.
Simply ask your San Diego Regional Center service coordinator about Homies as an SLS option. They can submit a referral directly to us. You can also contact Homies first at (805) 328-5132 or hello@meethomies.com, and we'll help coordinate with your service coordinator.
Life sharing through Homies is typically funded by San Diego Regional Center as a Supported Living Services (SLS) option. For most SDRC clients, there is no out-of-pocket cost. Your service coordinator can provide specific details about funding for your situation.
The matching process typically takes 2-6 months, depending on your specific needs and preferences. We prioritize finding the right match over a quick placement. Our San Diego team works diligently to identify compatible roommates while ensuring quality matches that lead to lasting success.
Yes! You have choice in where you live. We work to match you with a supportive roommate in your preferred area of San Diego or Imperial County, whether that's near family, work, or a community you love.
Homies provides ongoing support throughout your life sharing journey. This includes regular check-ins, 24/7 availability for questions or concerns, coordination with your SDRC service coordinator, and assistance with any transitions or challenges that arise.
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Take the first step toward independence and community. Fill out our intake form and our San Diego team will be in touch within 24 hours.
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