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Benefits

There are so many benefits of being a SLSW Carer which really make the role worthwhile.

Why become a carer with us?

Start your journey as a Shared Lives South West Carer today…

We have more than 300 SLSW Carers and here are the reasons why.

Being a SLSW Carer is so much more than a job, it becomes a way of life and there are so many big benefits:

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You get to work from home.
There is no commute.

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Paid Respite.
As a SLSW Carer you are entitled to paid respite.

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It’s a rewarding role.
You will see the person you support live their fullest life

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Contribute to the community.
You will be giving something back to the local community.

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You can help someone to thrive.
You will help someone to maintain and grow their independence.

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Friendships and bonds formed.
Form friendships and bonds with the people you support and other SLSW households

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Tax breaks are available.
SLSW Carers get a generous tax break.

“It’s good to be able to get on with things ourselves, but it’s also good to know there’s someone there to talk to for backup, advice and support, when we need it.”

A Shared Lives South West carer