Homestart Inc

HomeStart is a Boston-based nonprofit helping people experiencing homelessness, those moving into housing, and people at risk of homelessness because of eviction. Its work spans Greater Boston and focuses on helping individuals and families obtain permanent housing and settle into the community.

Through its Housing Search program, advocates assist people living in shelters with apartment searches, landlord negotiations, lease-up, and barriers such as limited access to a phone, mailing address, internet, transportation, or credit history. They also help identify resources that may support moving costs, security deposits, and furnishings.

HomeStart’s Housing Stabilization services help participants maintain housing through lease guidance, landlord communication, resource navigation, money management, budgeting, and connections to needed services. Readers can explore NHREA’s homeless assistance resources in Massachusetts and federal assistance resources. Visit the official HomeStart website to confirm current program details.