Transitional Housing

Tired of couch surfing but not quite ready to move into your own place? B:E's transitional housing programs offer you a place to live while you work, go to school, save money and get ready to find an apartment. If you are between the ages of 18 and 24, we might have a spot for you.

Community Housing

Our community housing program offers supportive community living for former foster youth. Residents receive weekly life skills training and other supportive services to help them progress towards their independent living goals. Rooms are usually shared. Men and women are housed in separate locations.

Host Housing

Host housing pairs former foster youth with caring adults who can provide encouragement and helpful guidance as well as a place to live. If you already have someone like that in your life (for example, a mentor or relative – anyone but your biological parents), give us a call. Youth and host share a monthly stipend to help cover costs.

Have you already found a place to live? We may be able to help you find furniture and other household items for your apartment.

Interested in learning more? Contact Pam Mack, Housing Director, (510) 667-7692.

Housing Links

First Place For Youth
Housing and supportive services for former foster youth aged 16-23.
(510) 272-0979

Project Independence
Housing and supportive services for former foster youth aged 18-24.
(510) 226-7141 x 201

Covenant House
Emergency shelter, transitional housing, supportive services.
(510) 379-1010

DreamCatcher Emergency Youth Shelter
Shelter and support center for youth aged 13-18.
1-800-379-1114

YEAH! Youth Emergency Assistance Hostel
Seasonal shelter and supportive services for homeless youth aged 18-25. Open during the winter rainy season, from November to mid-May.
(510) 704-9867