Home Share Now has released their annual report for 2014, which highlights some of the successes of the program and what goals they have for the coming year. Results for 2014 include:
Matched and supported 82 people, a 27% increase over FY13, and served a total of 640 people, a 12% increase over FY13.
Helped divert 8 nursing home eligible home providers for a potential savings of up to $228,993 in FY14.
Saved home seekers $81,780 in rental expenses with 35% of all home seekers providing services and paying $0 in rent.
Home Share Now created 61 new affordable housing units.
100% of matched participants reported they were satisfied with Home Share Now’s services.
Goals for 2015 include making 10% more more home sharing matches over FY14, increasing their presence at the Vermont Legislature, and expanding service options for participants. To view the entire report click here (PDF File).