South West
Shared Lives in Somerset
We do not have any Shared Lives schemes in Somerset registered with the Care Quality Commission (CQC), the regulator of adult social care in England. Try another kind of care, or one of the nearby areas below.
Find the right one near you
Search by postcode to see shared lives by distance, with a map.
Other kinds of care in Somerset
Services registered with CQC here, by kind of care.
Shared Lives in nearby areas
Councils close by. You can often look further afield for more choice.
Choosing shared lives
Shared Lives is when an adult who needs support lives with, or regularly stays with, a trained and approved host in their home, and becomes part of the family. It is often used for longer stays, short breaks and day support.
Things to check
- Ask how hosts are checked, trained and supported, and how a match is made.
- Ask for a trial visit or a short stay before you commit.
- Ask how reviews work and who to contact if things are not going well.
- Read the latest CQC report for the Shared Lives scheme.
Whoever ends up paying, you can ask your council’s adult social care team for a free assessment of what help you need. Our guide explains what to expect and what to ask.
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