Services and support
Shared Lives is person-centred, with a focus on helping individuals live their fullest lives.
Services we offer
We provide a wide range of support across Devon, Cornwall, and Somerset for individuals aged 16 and over, addressing a variety of needs through our extensive network of experienced carers. Whether through long-term support or short breaks, our goal is to help people build and maintain the skills they need to live as independently as possible.
In Shared Lives we can support people with: learning disabilities, mental health issues, autism, dementia, foster transitions, older adults, physical disabilities, sensory impairments, parents with support needs.
What's it like living in a Shared Lives household?
We support your independence and skill-building
Our carers help you develop skills like cooking, cleaning, laundry, and managing money to live more independently.
You’ll live in a nurturing, family-like environment
Shared Lives homes provide a warm, caring atmosphere where you’ll feel safe and supported.
We promote your wellbeing and recovery
Our carers offer stability and care, helping you maintain your mental, emotional, and physical health.
You’ll have tailored support to manage daily life
We provide personalised support to help you navigate daily activities and build social connections.
We create a space focused on dignity and quality of life
Your home will be a safe, supportive environment where your needs are respected, and your dignity is prioritised.
We help you transition to independent living
For young adults transitioning from foster care, we offer guidance and support to help you take the next steps toward independence.
You’ll live with companionship and care
Our carers support older individuals to live independently, ensuring you have the companionship and assistance you need.
You will have your own bedroom and shared living spaces
You’ll have a private room while enjoying the sense of community that comes with sharing the rest of the home.
We focus on helping you reach your goals
Our support is designed to help you achieve your personal goals and live your fullest life.
We assist with paying for your support
We’ll help you navigate the finances for your care, ensuring everything is in order, and you may contribute if needed.
Funding your support
Paying for your support
Your support can be paid for in different ways. You might pay for it yourself, or it could be funded through direct payments from Adult Social Care, your local authority, or the NHS.
Long term placements
Long-term support is charged based on the level of care, skill, and expertise provided by your Carer. If the local authority is funding your support, they may carry out a Fairer Charging assessment to see if you need to contribute towards the cost of your care. You’ll also be responsible for covering the rent and household costs. We also offer a Money Management support service to help you claim all the welfare benefits you’re entitled to, calculate any contributions you may need to make, and manage your payments. This service is available to everyone receiving long-term support.
Short breaks
The cost of short breaks depends on how long you stay and the level of support you need. Day support is charged by the hour, while overnight stays are charged for a full 24-hour period. The local authority may help cover the cost of your short break.
How to request support
Either you, a member of your family, or someone supporting your from the local authority or NHS can make a referral to request support.
So that we can start looking for suitable Carers who can provide support, we need someone to complete and return a referral form at the bottom of this page.
You can click on our interactive map to see which approved Carers currently have vacancies. Or you can contact us for more information.