Shared Lives Westmorland & Furness

04/09/2026

💙 What makes Shared Lives carers so special?

Our Chief Executive Officer, Miranda Cannon, shares her thoughts on the amazing difference Shared Lives is making across Westmorland and Furness. 🏡🌟

🎧 Take a listen and find out why Shared Lives is transforming lives through meaningful connections and community support.

Would you like to become a Shared Lives Carer and make a real difference? 🙌

📝 Complete our Expression of Interest form via the link in the comments.

27/08/2026

"His eyes would light up."

That's how Matt describes the moments he shared with Andy through Live More with Shared Lives.

Matt is a Shared Lives carer with Shared Lives Oldham. During his time supporting Andy, they visited transport museums, explored parks and spent time enjoying places linked to Andy's lifelong interests.

For Matt, it showed how important it is to start with the person, their interests and the things that matter to them.

Read their story: https://sharedlivesplus.org.uk/2026/08/27/his-eyes-would-light-up-how-matt-helped-andy-reconnect-with-the-things-he-loved-through-live-more/

23/08/2026

📢✨ Our Updated Shared Lives Event Posters Are Here! ✨📢

Are you curious about Shared Lives and want to find out more? 🤔💙

🏡 Come along to one of our upcoming events to learn about the different types of support we offer, meet the team, and discover how Shared Lives is making a difference in local communities.

👋 Whether you're interested in becoming a Shared Lives Carer, looking for support, or simply want to know more, we'd love to chat with you!

📍 Pop along to one of our events or 📞 contact us for more information.

😊 It would be great to see you there!

22/08/2026

✨ Did you know Shared Lives offers three different types of support? ✨

🏡 Day Support
Support is agreed between the person being supported and their Shared Lives Carer. This could be as simple as popping round for a ☕ cuppa, getting support to attend an appointment 📅, or accessing activities in the local community 🌳.

🌟 Respite Support
Respite provides a short stay in a Shared Lives Carer's home for an agreed period of time. During their stay, the person being supported may choose to relax 🛋️, enjoy new experiences, or access their community with support 🚶‍♀️🎨.

❤️ Long-Term Placements
A long-term placement is where a person lives with their Shared Lives Carer on an ongoing basis, becoming part of a supportive family environment. This can help people achieve greater independence and stability, including those transitioning from foster care to adult services 🌱🏠.

Shared Lives is all about creating meaningful relationships, promoting independence, and helping people live the life they choose. 💙

📩 Want to find out more about Shared Lives? Get in touch with us today!

21/08/2026

✨ Jumping on the Kinda Chic trend... ✨

💭 Thinking about a different career path but not sure where to start?

🏡 Why not become a Self-Employed Carer with Shared Lives?

✅ Choose your own hours
✅ Be your own boss
✅ Ongoing support from our friendly Scheme Workers
✅ Placements carefully matched based on everyone's wishes and needs
✅ Provide support from your own home

❤️ Make a real difference in someone's life while building a rewarding and flexible career.

📩 Contact us on 01229 404005 for more information or fill out our Expression of Interest Form (in the comments), and one of our Scheme Workers will be in touch.

💙🏡✨

20/08/2026

19/08/2026

What an amazing time we had at Hawkshead Show yesterday! ☀️

It was fantastic chatting with so many people about Shared Lives and Homeshare Westmorland and Furness , sharing information and answering questions about the support we provide.

There really was something for everyone, and we were absolutely amazed by the incredible tricks and stunts the BMX riders were performing! 🚴‍♂️✨

If you'd like to find out more about Shared Lives or Homeshare, we'd love to hear from you.

14/08/2026

🚜We will be attending the Hawkshead Agricultural show next Tuesday the 18th🚜

🐮🐏🐴This is another fun summer event full of exciting and interactive elements and of course lot's of animals🐮🐏🐴 It is also the shows 150th anniversary, so there is bound to be some sort of celebration🎊

We are excited to see what connections we can make and fun we can get up to😆 Are you going too?

12/08/2026

📣 South Westmorland and Furness focus area 📣

Hi 👋🏻 it's Sueann and Hannah, the scheme workers for South Westmorland and Furness! 👋

If you look at the picture below, you’ll be able to see the area we cover 👇 We’ve highlighted the larger towns and villages for your reference, but we’ll also be covering the more rural areas. 🌳🏡

Come and say hello if you see us out and about.
If you’d like to get in touch or for more information you can reach us on;

[email protected]

[email protected]

Or 01229404005 📞

12/08/2026

Set up at the SEND Local Offer Drop In @ Settlebeck school in Sedbergh😃 looking to connect with families and carers who may not know what services are available to them post 18 or during a transition phase🤝