Shared Living · Raleigh, North Carolina and surrounding areas

A quiet, structured place to call home.

Blessings Housings Solutions offers independent, rented beds in clean, well-run shared homes for people focused on maintaining their personal stability — with a furnished bed of your own in a quiet, curtain-divided room and calm, respectful common spaces.

Flat $750 / month · Fully furnished · All utilities included in the rent

A welcoming shared home with a green front door and a tidy front porch

Our guiding scripture

My people will live in peaceful dwelling places, in secure homes, in undisturbed places of rest.
Isaiah 32:18

A welcome from our founder

Meet Earline Raynor

Hear a short welcome from the founder and owner of Blessings Housings Solutions.

A clean, fully furnished bedroom with sage green accentsA warm, orderly shared living room with a fireplace

Our Program

Shared living, designed for independence.

Our homes provide independent, rented beds in a structured, quiet, and stable environment. Each home has 2 shared bedrooms and 2 shared bathrooms, with two twin beds per room — 4 residents per house.

We are not a group home or an assisted living program — residents live independently and simply share a clean, well-managed household.

  • A furnished bed in a managed shared home (2 bedrooms, 2 baths, 4 residents)
  • Clean, quiet residential spaces with daily structure
  • Furnished comfort — just bring your personal belongings
  • A calm household that supports personal stability

Who We Serve

Built for independent clients across your network.

Our program is exclusively for individuals on fixed incomes, government assistance (such as SSI, SSDI, or VA pensions), or retirement checks. Residents must have reliable, independent monthly income from these sources.

Fixed Incomes & Retirement

Individuals on fixed incomes, government assistance such as SSI, SSDI, or VA pensions, and retirement checks are welcome. Residents must meet our independent living and consistent rent payment requirements.

Social Services Clients

A peaceful, well-run house environment that provides the routine and daily stability necessary for individuals maintaining their independence in the community.

Veterans

A quiet, respectful living space that honors their service and offers a stable environment where they can comfortably use their VA benefits and independent resources.

Individuals with Disabilities

A safe, reliable place to rent a bed for individuals who can live independently but thrive best in a calm, highly structured household.

What's Included

One flat rate. Everything wrapped in.

A simple, stress-free housing solution — no separate bills, no surprises.

Fully furnished bed

Your own bed in a curtain-divided shared bedroom — storage and comfort provided.

Shared living spaces

Managed access to shared kitchens, living rooms, and bathrooms.

High-speed Wi-Fi

Reliable internet wrapped into the flat monthly rate.

All utilities

Electricity, gas, water, and trash service — one simple rate.

Weekly deep cleaning

Professional cleaning of all common areas, every week.

Common-area monitoring

Electronic security in shared spaces for resident peace of mind.

House Standards

Structure that keeps everyone safe.

Clear, consistent rules reduce friction and make our homes stable for every resident.

No Drugs and Alcohol

No Drugs and Alcohol: we enforce a strict zero-tolerance rule for illegal drugs, substance abuse, and alcoholic beverages to ensure a safe, clean, and stable environment for all residents.

No Smoking

No Smoking: our homes are completely smoke-free to maintain a clean, healthy, and comfortable environment for all residents.

Single-gender shared homes

Our shared homes are single-gender: women live with women, and men live with men.

Timely, consistent rent payments

Our payment expectations are strict: rent must be paid on time and consistently each month, in accordance with your rental agreement. Review payment terms with our intake team before moving in.

Quiet hours: 10:00 PM – 7:00 AM

Enforced nightly so every resident gets genuine rest in a calm household.

No overnight guests

A zero-tolerance overnight guest policy keeps homes predictable, safe, and comfortable for everyone.

Cameras on site in shared spaces only

Cameras are on site and continuously monitor the exteriors and common areas of every home. There are never cameras in bedrooms or bathrooms.

Weekly Community Cleaning

A clean home is a shared responsibility.

A professional service deep-cleans each house weekly. Daily upkeep is shared by every resident, with a weekly sign-off verified by staff or the case manager.

Clean up immediately

Don't leave dirty dishes, food scraps, or spills in the kitchen or bathroom.

Wipe down surfaces

Always wipe down counters and appliances after preparing a meal.

Keep hallways clear

No personal items, shoes, or bags may block shared hallways or exit routes.

  1. MON

    Kitchen Counters & Sink

    Wipe down all countertops, clean out the sink, and empty any shared strainers.

  2. TUE

    Trash & Recycling

    Take out kitchen trash/recycling and replace the liner. Bins go to the curb on pickup night.

  3. WED

    Floor Maintenance

    Sweep the kitchen and common living room floors. Clean up any sticky spills.

  4. THU

    Appliance Care

    Wipe down the inside of the microwave and the outside of the refrigerator.

  5. FRI

    Bathroom Surface Tidy

    Wipe down the shared bathroom sink and vanity counters. Pick up any loose trash.

  6. SAT

    Trash Round-Up

    Empty all shared trash cans and keep the porch and outside entry clear of debris.

  7. SUN

    Fridge Clean-Out

    Throw away expired, unlabeled, or spoiled food from the shared refrigerator.

Referrals

Simple criteria for case managers.

We'd love to discuss how Blessings Housings Solutions can serve as a quiet housing resource for the independent clients you support.

  • Monthly income from a fixed source — see Who We Serve above
  • Able to live independently — bathe, dress, cook, and take your own medication without assistance
  • Comfortable sharing the kitchen, living room, and dining room with housemates
  • A good fit for a calm, structured, quiet household

Rates

$750/ month

Each bed is a flat $750/month and all utilities are included in the rental price. Two beds per bedroom, four residents per house.

Security deposit$750, one time

Fully refundable upon move-out inspection, less any structural or repair damages.

Start a Referral

For Referral Partners

Referral Partner Thank-You Program

Good placements start with good partners. Case managers, agency staff, parole officers, sponsors, and other local helpers who refer someone who moves in can receive an appreciation incentive — such as a gift card or referral bonus — for a verified bed placement. The incentive is provided only after the bed is successfully filled and the referral is fully confirmed.

Refer someone you support

Send us a client who meets our income criteria and can live independently in a shared home.

We verify the placement

Once the bed is filled and the move-in is confirmed with our intake team, the referral is verified.

We say thank you

Once confirmed, we send our appreciation incentive as a thank-you for the placement.

Want the full details?

Incentive amounts and eligibility are set by our team, so please ask us directly and we will walk you through it.

How to Pay

Ways to pay your rent.

We accept online card or ACH payments, money orders, and cashier's checks. We do not accept cash or personal checks. Money orders and cashier's checks must be made payable to Blessings Housing Solutions.

Accepted

  • Online card or ACH

    Pay with a credit or debit card, or by ACH bank transfer.

  • Money orders

    A money order made payable to the official payee name shown here.

  • Cashier's checks

    A cashier's check made payable to the official payee name shown here.

Not accepted

  • Cash

    Cash payments are not accepted.

  • Personal checks

    Personal checks are not accepted.

Official payee name

Blessings Housing Solutions

Write this exact name on money orders and cashier's checks.

Where do I get the mailing address, payment link, and due date?

Mailing address, payment link, and due date details are sent directly to residents and case managers once a move-in is approved.

Pictures

A closer look at our homes and team

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A welcoming place to call home
Furnished bedrooms
Two beds per bedroom, split by a privacy curtain
Quiet shared living spaces
The people behind Blessings Housings Solutions

Real People. Real Change.

Meet our team

Our dedicated team is committed to safety, stability, and dignified independent living.

The Blessings Housings Solutions team: Melik Kirby, Earline Raynor, Lauren Barrett, Christine Ratcliff, and Anthony Barrett
Earline Raynor, Owner · Founder & Outreach

Earline Raynor

Owner · Founder & Outreach

Community outreach through businesses, shelters, and seminars on independent living programs.

Christine Ratcliff, Placements

Christine Ratcliff

Placements

Coordinates placements and vetting to ensure every resident meets qualifications.

Lauren Barrett, Office Personnel

Lauren Barrett

Office Personnel

Manages paperwork, intake, and collection of payments or housing vouchers.

Anthony Barrett, Operations & Maintenance

Anthony Barrett

Operations & Maintenance

Room setup, furniture, on-site cameras, and ongoing maintenance.

Melik Kirby, Logistics

Melik Kirby

Logistics

Supports property setup, security, and day-to-day logistics.

Before you move in

Frequently asked questions

Resident intake form

Complete the form and contact our intake team to arrange how to return it. Availability and placement are confirmed by our team.

Download resident intake form (PDF)
Serving Raleigh, North Carolina and surrounding areas. Our independent shared living program provides furnished beds throughout the area. Contact our team about current availability and referrals.

Get In Touch

Questions? Ready to make a referral?

Ask our program assistant, send an inquiry, or contact our intake team directly.

Office hours

Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Email us any time and we'll reply as quickly as we can.

Prefer to talk with someone right away? Call or text Earline Raynor directly at 919-758-4563.

Ask about our program

Instant answers from our program details

Answers are for general information. Office hours: Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Email us any time and we'll reply as quickly as we can. For availability, call or text 919-758-4563.

Send a housing inquiry

For prospective residents and referral partners.

Best way to reach you

We use the name, phone number, and email you share only to contact you about your inquiry and available beds — we never sell or share your information.

Stability · Safety · Dignity — serving Raleigh, North Carolina and surrounding areas.