In a ‘shared lives scheme’ someone is matched with a host family and lives as part of that family. They share family life and live with, or near to, the host family. The host family gives support and care.

This can be for:

• long-term support
• a short break
• daytime support or
• family support for someone who lives nearby, but not with the host family.

If you are eligable for the shared lives scheme your social worker will have to make a referal before you can be matched with appropriate support. Find out more about shared lives visit Carers who have space in their home to care | Shared Lives South West (sharedlivessw.org.uk)