What We Do

Co-Sheltering Collaborative — a national community of homeless service providers and government organizations who are actively working on the implementation of co-sheltering — has been developed to share expertise and showcase examples of innovative programs that address integrated human and animal sheltering needs.

In order to foster a paradigm shift towards equitable access to shelter and housing for people experiencing homelessness with animals, the collaborative provides members with an opportunity to engage in dialogue, improve co-sheltering methods, and create a roadmap for making co-sheltering a part of standard practice. Members also work together to establish other collaborative goals and are given opportunities to participate in leadership roles within working groups.