About Us

The need for affordable senior housing in DuPage County continues to expand.  The population of seniors 60 and older has increased twenty-four percent in the last ten years.  In the 75-84 age group, the census increased by 52.8% and for those over 85, there was a 78.7 percent.  The number of seniors is predicted to continue to increase dramatically over the next two decades, highlighting this housing gap.

Senior Home Sharing is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to helping meet this need for affordable senior housing by providing a shared housing option. SHS group homes are located in Lombard, Downers Grove, Elmhurst and Naperville.  In addition, the organization operates a four-unit senior apartment in Lombard.

Senior Home Sharing’s mission is to provide seniors with an opportunity to live independently in an affordable family-style home.  This shared senior lifestyle allows residents to balance their need for privacy while staying involved and connected with other residents, the house manager, volunteers and the community.

Each home has its unique characteristics, but all provide a warm, comfortable residence including private bedrooms for six to seven seniors, the services of a live-in manager, and three home-prepared meals a day.  Seniors rent a private room within one of our homes and furnish it with their own belongings.  Common areas of the home such as the kitchen, living room, family room and porch or patio areas are shared by the residents.  All of the homes are located within residential neighborhoods and are close to shopping, parks, senior centers, libraries and community services.

In addition, case management and opportunities for activities and socialization occur on a regular basis.