Homespace opened our Supervised Independent Living Program (SILP) in March 2008, which is a supervised, supportive apartment program for (17)18-21 year old parenting youth in the foster care system.  This program allows for youth to voluntarily remain in the foster care system so that they can continue to pursue goals related to independent living while also getting the education and support to be positive, nurturing parents. 

    A major advantage of the Homespace SILP program is that our townhouses are located on the secure property of our administrative office.  Our grounds are protected by security cameras and every unit has a private security system.  We are staffed 24-7 therefore either an administrative staff person or Child Care Worker is at the front desk at all times.  All visitors coming onto the property have to be allowed in through the front office and must show photo identification before entering. 

    There are a total of twelve townhouses and each unit has 2-3 bedrooms (including one handicapped accessible unit), a living room, kitchen, dining area, and bathroom.  Additionally, our residents share a secured courtyard, laundry facility, and a family visitation/recreation room. 

    Every resident at Homespace is expected to work diligently on their goals and each one is linked with our Case Planner and Independent Living Coordinator to help guide them.  Our Case Planner connects our residents with school, work, vocational training, day care services, medical services, and mental health counseling.  Additionally, this person works closely with Family Court and Department of Social Services to ensure that their service plan is strengths-based and comprehensive.  Our Independent Living Coordinator utilizes various assessments to determine our residents skills related to independence and their child’s development.  Youth also develop individual goals related to budgeting, household maintenance, grocery shopping, nutrition, job readiness, and parenting.  Additionally, our residents are required to attend weekly group that focuses on topics related to self-care, self-awareness, parenting, problem-solving and independent living. 


We are found at...

Address: 1030 Ellicott Street, Buffalo, NY 14209


Homespace Corporation, reputable, not-for-profit organization, is on the cutting edge of providing services to at risk young families in our community. Our mission is to not only provide housing, but also to prepare young, single parent families for a brighter future by providing them with life-skills training and insisting that they complete their education and/or pursue vocational training or higher education.