In this article, I present supported housing-based care as a new option for providing both protection and independent-living support in an integrated manner for children and adolescents requiring out-of-home care (OOHC), an alternative that remedies the limitations of facility-based care. Moving in this direction requires, first and foremost, establishing age criteria, which, together with the readiness for independence, should guide the design of a phase-specific entry scheme. As the intended beneficiaries are “children,” not adults, a clear legal basis should be established so that they are effectively protected and their rights are fully guaranteed under supported-housing OOHC (SH-OOHC). This includes provisions explicitly recognizing the child’s right to “reside” and designating national and local governments as the responsible bodies. Furthermore, relevant regulations should be amended to ensure a stable supply of housing. SH-OOHC should be delivered through integrated case management, enabling youth to continue living and developing within the community.