What is Shared Lives?
Shared Lives is a unique care model where trained Shared Lives Carers open their homes to support adults with learning disabilities, autism, mental health conditions, or dementia, offering personalised care in a family setting.
Shared Lives South West
We are an award-winning charity with 20 years of experience. We match adults with learning disabilities, autism, mental health challenges, and dementia with trained carers who open their homes to provide personalised, family-like care. Our mission is to help people live full, independent lives, stay connected to their communities, and develop new skills. Shared Lives offers a compassionate alternative to traditional supported living and residential care.
Become a Carer
Carer jobs with Shared Lives South West is akin to adult fostering where we promote people to maintain and grow their independence. We provide people with an alternative to supported living and residential care in a family home.