Description
Open your heart and your home. Become a Shared Lives Carer with the Royal Borough of Greenwich.
Make a real difference in someone's life by becoming a Shared Lives Carer. Shared Lives is a rewarding opportunity to support adults who need help to live as independently as possible, while becoming part of your household or daily life.
Whether you can offer day support, overnight stays, short breaks, or a longer-term living arrangement, your care can have a lasting impact.
What You'll Do
As a Shared Lives Carer, you will:
- Provide a safe, welcoming, and supportive home or environment.
- Help adults develop independence, confidence, and life skills.
- Offer flexible support tailored to each person's individual needs.
- Build meaningful, long-term relationships that improve quality of life.
Training, Support and Payment
You won't be on your own. As a Shared Lives Carer with the Royal Borough of Greenwich, you will receive:
- Comprehensive training before you begin.
- Ongoing guidance and dedicated support from the Royal Borough of Greenwich Shared Lives team.
- Weekly payments in recognition of the care and support you provide.
- Up to 25 days of respite each year, helping you take a well-earned break while continuing your caring role.
- Access to a professional network that values and supports the important contribution you make.
Who Can Apply?
Anyone can apply! We welcome applications from:
- Single people
- Couples
- Families
- Homeowners
- Renters
If you have a caring nature, a spare room (for longer-term arrangements), and a desire to make a positive difference, we'd love to hear from you.