Become a Shared Lives carer

Shared Lives carers support adults to live more independently in the community.

You do not need qualifications or previous experience. Shared Lives carers are self‑employed and provide support in their own homes.

On these pages, you can find out:

• what the role involves
• the types of support you can offer
• what it’s like to be a Shared Lives carer, in their own words
• how the application process works

This will help you decide whether becoming a Shared Lives carer is right for you.

If you have any questions, contact the Shared Lives team:

• Telephone: 0115 9772110
• Email sharedlives@nottscc.gov.uk

The Care Quality Commission rates the Shared Lives service as Outstanding. 

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