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Become a Provider |
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We are delighted that you are interested in applying to become a Shared Lives provider.
All our providers go through an assessment and training process before being put forward for approval by an independent approval panel. All providers are required to meet agreed standards of care set down by SWAPS and will be regularly visited and monitored in compliance with the National Minimum Standards for Adult Placement Schemes.Shared Lives providers will be able to access training and support through SWAPS to ensure they meet the care and support needs of the service user living with them.
"The assessment is in depth and explains my experiences and skills well. I found the assessor very helpful in areas I have not understood and the safeguarding adults training day very informative."
Please click on the links below for more information about becoming a provider as well as our application forms
All about the role of a Shared Lives provider: Devon
All about the role of a Shared Lives provider: Cornwall
Provider Application Form: Devon
Provider Application Form: Cornwall
Notes on completing the application form
Should you have any queries please contact one of our offices or email
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Shared Lives Providers |
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"SWAPS makes it possible for me to be a good carer. They are always available but not in your face. They get what it is like to have someone living with you and they want the best for the service user, just like us."
Shared Lives providers are individuals and families who provide care and accommodation in their own homes for a vulnerable or disabled adult. Providers can provide up to a maximum of three places in their home. They have a variety of skills, experience and knowledge and may be able to support service users with very complex or demanding needs.
Providers offer:
- The service user to live as independently as possible whilst sharing in normal family life
- Safety and security
- Enable the service user to learn daily living skills and to become more independent where appropriate
- Companionship and a stimulating environment
- Meet the care and support needs of the service user in a friendly, personal and respectful way
Our Shared Lives providers are spread throughout Devon and Cornwall and are supported by a Shared Lives Coordinator (SLC). SLCs have three main roles:
- To manage the referral and placement process - the "mixing and matching" process between service users, providers and other people who live itn the providers home
- To assess, monitor and review providers to ensure that SWAPS meets the requirements of the National Minimum Standards for Adult Placement Schemes
- To support providers in their role through regular telephone and face to face contact, training and meetings
SLCs are required to make a minimum of four visits a year under the current regulations.
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