• Identify as LGBTQ+ and have been displaced due to their identity or are facing housing insecurity.Safe To Be provides support for individuals who have been kicked out of their homes or are struggling with housing insecurity due to their LGBTQ+ identity. We are here to offer a safe and affirming environment.
• Be at risk of homelessness.
  Applicants must be currently at risk of homelessness, living in unstable or unsafe conditions, or facing housing insecurity due to their LGBTQ+ identity. Safe To Be is dedicated to providing a secure and supportive housing option for those in need.
• Have a verifiable source of income.
  This can come in the form of benefits (e.g., SSI, SSDI, retirement, VA benefits), employment, or a funding source that has committed to help cover daily expenses and connect the individual with a sustainable source of income. Rent may be required depending on the housing options Safe To Be is able to provide, and this support must be expected to last for at least one year.
• Be over the age of 18.
  Applicants must be able to provide proof of age with a valid form of identification, such as a driver’s license, state ID, or military ID. Individuals under the age of 18 may be eligible for services under the protections of the federal Runaway and Homeless Youth Act (RHYA), which provides housing options and support for runaway or homeless youth.
• Meet Safe To Be’s criminal history requirements.
  Individuals on the Sex Offender Registry will be automatically denied. Additionally, Safe To Be reserves the right to disqualify individuals with certain convictions during our specified look-back periods, or those who have consistently violated our community policies or engaged in criminal activity on-site.

Safe To Be’s goal is to provide a safe, supportive space where residents can build stability and take steps toward long-term housing solutions. We currently have one home available, which is currently occupied. However, we welcome applications at any time. Submitting your application now ensures that we have your information on file, and you will be considered as soon as another home becomes available.

For those in need of emergency housing, this is also the same application process. Our emergency housing is specifically for LGBTQ+ individuals who have been displaced due to their identity or are facing housing insecurity. Emergency housing is available for up to 60 days, with weekly check-ins to ensure everything is going well. By the end of the 60-day period, we expect residents to have developed a plan for their next steps.

Depending on availability, transitional and permanent housing may also be offered to those in need of emergency accommodations. In certain cases, this may be arranged in advance if we anticipate openings.

Each application will be reviewed, and we will interview individuals to determine how we can best offer support.

Please note that all of our housing options are intended as a hand up, not a handout. Our goal is to provide a safe and supportive environment where individuals can work toward a sustainable future. Residents must demonstrate progress to continue in any of our housing programs, whether emergency, transitional, or permanent.

If you’re considering relocating to Eureka Springs, we recommend familiarizing yourself with the area before making any decisions. As a small tourist town, Eureka Springs offers a unique charm, but finding apartments or long-term housing can be challenging, especially during peak seasons. Additionally, winters here can be tough, as the town slows down significantly with fewer job opportunities and activities. This information is not meant to deter anyone but to ensure that you are fully aware of what to expect and are prepared for the lifestyle and challenges that come with living in a seasonal, tourist-driven community.