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Homespace — Frequently Asked Questions

If you have questions about Homespace, please consult the listing below of frequently asked questions for answers.

If we have not anticipated your question, please use the Contact Us form or email us directly.

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Gabrielle King

Homespace Graduate

Before moving to Homespace, Gabrielle had an infant son, Jamal, and was living with her boyfriend and his mother. She had not yet completed high school, but was wrestling with the demands of motherhood.


	Do you have to be of a certain age to become a Homespace resident?
	Answer: Yes, parents must be between the ages of 18 and 25 years old, and their children must be 6 years old or younger.
	Must I be a single parent to become a Homespace resident?
	Answer: Yes, you must be both single and a parent.
	I'm concerned about my safety and that of my children. Can Homespace keep us safe?
	Answer: Homespace takes great pains to ensure the safety of all its residents, but we will not disclose the details of our security policy and procedures in this forum. To learn more, please Contact Us.
	How long can I live at Homespace?
	Answer: Families may reside at Homespace for up to 24 months.
	I don't have a High School diploma. Will Homespace help me get my GED?
	Answer: Yes, ensuring that graduates of Homespace receive their GED is one of our highest priorities, and critical to enabling graduates access to the job market.
	What do I do with my pre-school children while I'm receiving education, life skills or vocational training?
	Answer: Homespace provides child activity care while parents participate in life skills and workshops at Homespace. While you are in education, job training or other programming through an education program, Department of Social Services or your employment, you must provide your own day care. Homespace will help you to apply for day care assistance through the local Department of Social Services and guide you in choosing a day care facility that is appropriate for you and your children’s needs.
	Will Homespace help me find a job?
	Answer: Yes, that is one of the many services we provide. While we can't guarantee you a job, we will give you access to public and private job search facilities and services.
	When I move into Homespace, can I have visitors?
	Answer: Yes, however no overnight visitors are allowed.