Real stories, real independence

Molli & Mia

A Friend First, a Support Second

At 25, Molli had only ever lived in her parents' home, with others deciding what she ate and where she went. Homies matched her with Mia, a supportive roommate who treated her as a friend first, and Molli began choosing her own life.

Ethan & Dean

From the Palisades Fire to a Fresh Start in Santa Monica

When the Palisades Fire displaced Ethan's family, he lost his home, his routine, and his stability. Dean moved in as his supportive roommate in Santa Monica, and now Ethan has meaningful work, Krav Maga training, and a foundation for independence.

Jordan & Nicole

She Moved 2,000 Miles to Be Nicole's Roommate

When Nicole needed 24/7 support after her mom could no longer be her caregiver, Homies found Jordan, a supportive roommate who moved across the country to help Nicole live independently.

Nicholas & Ben

Third Time's the Charm

Nicholas searched for the right roommate for three years. It turned out he'd already met him: Ben, a friend from a peer mentoring program who'd been checking in the whole time.

Jake & Devin

From Living with Mom at 26 to Independence in San Diego

Devin was 26 and ready to move out of his mom's house. Jake was looking for the right roommate. They found each other through Homies and are building real independence together in San Diego.

Lucas & Djohn

A Home in the Inland Empire, Six Weeks From Hello

The only option anyone offered Lucas was a group home. Then his mom found Homies. Six weeks after their first video call, Lucas moved in with Djohn, and Yolo got to just be his mom.

Stevenson

From Group Home to His Own Home

Stevenson went from living in a group home to thriving in his own apartment with a supportive roommate. From surfing to holiday celebrations, life-sharing changed everything.

Beth & Nicholas

Why a Princeton Grad Chose to Be a Supportive Roommate

Beth graduated from Princeton and chose to become a supportive roommate through Homies. Nicholas went from homelessness to having a full-time job, social clubs, and a real home.

Stefan & Josh

From 20 Rejections to Keys in 3 Days

After getting rejected by over 20 apartments, Stefan and his supportive roommate Josh found approval in less than 3 days with the right housing partner.

Rafael

From Homelessness to Pursuing His Animation Dream

Rafael moved from Texas to LA to pursue animation but faced homelessness. Homies helped him find stable housing in Burbank so he could focus on his career at Exceptional Minds.

Carlos & Eric

From a Small Trailer to Their Own Two-Bedroom Home

Two brothers from Mexico went from living in a small trailer to a beautiful two-bedroom home, now able to support themselves and send money back to their family in Tijuana.

Jesi & Jordan

From Her Family Home to a Beachside Apartment

Jordan moved out of her family home into a beachside apartment with Jesi, her supportive roommate. Together they have traveled, attended the OC Fair, and supported each other through every milestone.

Eddy & Robert

From Coach to Roommate

Eddy and Robert met fifteen years ago through Special Olympics. When Robert joined Homies, Eddy jumped at the chance to be his supportive roommate, turning a lifelong friendship into a shared home.

Liam & Andrew

Finding Companionship and Independence

Liam, on the autism spectrum, was living with his parents and feeling lonely. Homies matched him with Andrew, and they now share a life filled with video games, Disneyland trips, and genuine friendship.

Independent Living After College: Cole's Story

What happens after your adult child with a disability graduates a transition program? Cole's journey from Fresno State Wayfinders to independence in San Diego.

Disability Roommate Matching: Eddie's Story

Eddie got into Exceptional Minds' animation program in Sherman Oaks but attended from his parents' OC home, until Homies matched him with a roommate.