Shared Lives gives someone the opportunity to join a loving family home, so they can gain more independence, develop relationships or learn new skills at a pace that works for them. Supporting a person in your own home can be hugely rewarding and it’s a great way to make a difference to people’s lives.

Don’t just take our word for it. Anne, who was a Shared Lives carer for many years, says:

Don’t hesitate, go for it. Bring people into your family and you will love them as your own. Don’t think of this as a job, this is a way of life. Your life will be enriched.

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Shared Lives at a glance

  • The opportunity to be a Shared Lives carer is open to everyone – whatever your relationship status, sexuality, race or religion, and even if you have no care experience.
  • Shared Lives carers receive an average allowance of approximately £500 per week.
  • Shared Lives carers receive full training, a coordinator dedicated to supporting them, an emergency line you can call 24/7, and social events.

Download our Shared Lives guide or contact Vanessa.Perry@unitedresponse.org.uk to find out more.

 

Get support with Shared Lives

People who choose Shared Lives move into the home of one of our specially recruited carers, joining their family and their community.