Shenehom was founded by a group of Barnes parents who decided to establish a home for their adult children with enduring mental illness, needing support to enjoy a fullfiling life in the community. Shenehom welcomed the first residents in December 1990.

Shenehom is a registered care home subject to National Care Standards and CSCI inspection. Shenehom Housing Association is a project managed by the association as a managing agent for Richmond Churches Housing Trust, the Registered Social Landlord.

A placement at Shenehom, in the main house, is for as long as it is beneficial to the individual, there is also a semi-independent unit for those able to sustain a more independent life style.