New 'Share House for Single Parents' Opens through Toshima Ward Vacant House Utilization Program
Toshima Ward opened a share house for single-parent families on May 1st, utilizing vacant property. The project introduces new schemes such as joint management by multiple organizations and the use of government subsidies to strengthen self-reliance support.
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- 📰 Published: May 20, 2026 at 20:14
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## Overview
Toshima Ward opened a share house for single-parent families within the ward on Friday, May 1st. The facility is operated jointly by multiple NPO organizations, including the Organization for Single-Parent Housing Support, utilizing the ward's vacant house revitalization program.
## Three New Schemes for the 'Share House for Single Parents'
This initiative, where the ward matches property owners with operators to promote the use of vacant houses, marks the 11th such case. As the 3rd 'share house for single parents' to open, this property has established three new schemes: joint management by multiple organizations, combined use of national and ward subsidies, and self-reliance support.
These schemes enable burden reduction for property owners and operators while ensuring effective project management. Furthermore, it secures housing for single-parent families who have difficulty finding homes and provides support for residents' independence through cross-organizational collaboration.
Additionally, by maintaining affordable rent and creating an environment where residents in similar circumstances can support each other, the ward aims to address social isolation and further strengthen support for residents.
## Future Initiatives
The ward will continue to partner with private organizations to effectively utilize vacant houses for welfare-oriented housing and community contribution facilities.
## Property Overview
- Location: Toshima Ward (Address not disclosed for security of residents)
- Nearest Station: Kita-Ikebukuro Station
- Structure: Light-gauge steel, 2-story detached house, 4LDK (134㎡), built in 1992
- Building Use: Share house for single parents
- Number of units: 4
- Main Operator: Organization for Single-Parent Housing Support (NPO)
- Other Operators: Piccolare (NPO), Recovery (NPO)
- Operation Start Date: May 1, 2026
## Toshima Ward Vacant House Revitalization Program
The ward conducts two main programs: 'Community Contribution-Type' for facilities, and 'Co-housing-Type' for welfare housing for vulnerable groups. The ward manages registration, matching, subsidy for renovation costs (2/3 of costs), coordination, and operational support.
Toshima Ward opened a share house for single-parent families within the ward on Friday, May 1st. The facility is operated jointly by multiple NPO organizations, including the Organization for Single-Parent Housing Support, utilizing the ward's vacant house revitalization program.
## Three New Schemes for the 'Share House for Single Parents'
This initiative, where the ward matches property owners with operators to promote the use of vacant houses, marks the 11th such case. As the 3rd 'share house for single parents' to open, this property has established three new schemes: joint management by multiple organizations, combined use of national and ward subsidies, and self-reliance support.
These schemes enable burden reduction for property owners and operators while ensuring effective project management. Furthermore, it secures housing for single-parent families who have difficulty finding homes and provides support for residents' independence through cross-organizational collaboration.
Additionally, by maintaining affordable rent and creating an environment where residents in similar circumstances can support each other, the ward aims to address social isolation and further strengthen support for residents.
## Future Initiatives
The ward will continue to partner with private organizations to effectively utilize vacant houses for welfare-oriented housing and community contribution facilities.
## Property Overview
- Location: Toshima Ward (Address not disclosed for security of residents)
- Nearest Station: Kita-Ikebukuro Station
- Structure: Light-gauge steel, 2-story detached house, 4LDK (134㎡), built in 1992
- Building Use: Share house for single parents
- Number of units: 4
- Main Operator: Organization for Single-Parent Housing Support (NPO)
- Other Operators: Piccolare (NPO), Recovery (NPO)
- Operation Start Date: May 1, 2026
## Toshima Ward Vacant House Revitalization Program
The ward conducts two main programs: 'Community Contribution-Type' for facilities, and 'Co-housing-Type' for welfare housing for vulnerable groups. The ward manages registration, matching, subsidy for renovation costs (2/3 of costs), coordination, and operational support.
FAQ
豊島区の「ひとり親向けシェアハウス」はいつオープンしましたか？
令和8年（2026年）5月1日（金）にオープンしました。
このシェアハウスの主な運営団体はどこですか？
NPO法人全国ひとり親居住支援機構が主導し、NPO法人ピッコラーレ、NPO法人リカバリーの3団体で共同利用しています。
この事業における3つの新たなスキームとは何ですか？
（1）複数団体による共同利用、（2）国と区の補助金併用による改修費負担軽減と家賃補助、（3）居住支援団体による自立支援サポートの3点です。
建物の概要を教えてください。
北池袋駅近くの軽量鉄骨造2階建て戸建（4LDK、134㎡、1992年築）で、4戸が提供されています。
豊島区の空き家利活用事業にはどのような種類がありますか？
地域・コミュニティ施設に活用する「地域貢献型」と、住宅確保要配慮者向けの福祉的住居に活用する「共同居住型」の2種類があります。