Shared Lives is a model of care where support is provided in the carers home. It enables people with care and support needs to live 'gloriously ordinary lives' centred right in the heart of their communities.

Shared Lives is an alternative to supported living, home care and residential care homes. 
 
We are always looking for more people to become Shared Lives Carers. 
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Shared Lives support

Find out more about the support available, who it’s for and how to access it.
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Become a Shared Lives Carer

Find out more about the role, what’s involved and the support you would receive.
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Dorset Shared Lives Scheme inspection report

Care Quality Commission (CQC) overall rating: Good. Report published: 14 March 2020

News

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Shared Lives Team

Email: [email protected]
Tel: 01305 221393
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