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Shared Lives Plus
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The UK charity for supportive shared living - #SharedLives and #Homeshare
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Shared Lives Plus @sharedlivesplus.bsky.social · Aug 26
Andy Burnham, Mayor of #GreaterManchester (GM) announces #LiveMore with #SharedLives - a new pilot in GM for people at the earlier stages of dementia who are beginning to feel that some support to stay active and keep on doing the things that matter to them, would be helpful.
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Shared Lives Plus @sharedlivesplus.bsky.social · 2d
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Dilan soars to new heights with Shared Lives support
With the support of his Shared Lives carer Melissa, Dilan took the controls of a light aircraft over Blackpool - building confidence, independence and memories for life.
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Shared Lives Plus @sharedlivesplus.bsky.social · 2d
✈️ Shared Lives helps people grow in confidence and independence - and sometimes, even take to the skies.

Dilan’s uplifting flight over Blackpool shows how the right support can broaden horizons.

Swipe to see the view from the cockpit!

#SharedLives #PersonCentredCare
A young man sits in the cockpit of a small plane, smiling and giving a thumbs up. The view through the windscreen shows an airport runway with another aircraft in the distance. A circular logo on a purple background says “We are Shared Lives.” Dilan stands smiling beside a small orange-and-white light aircraft, giving a thumbs-up. He’s wearing glasses, a dark jacket and grey jogging bottoms. A wire fence and airfield buildings are visible behind him. A purple circular logo in the corner reads “We are Shared Lives.” A view from an aircraft window showing Blackpool Tower and the seafront below. The wing of the plane is visible in the foreground, with the town and coastline stretching into the distance. A purple circular logo in the corner reads “We are Shared Lives.”
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Shared Lives Plus @sharedlivesplus.bsky.social · 15d
Val and Tony’s story shows how Shared Lives supports both people living with dementia and their families.

This #WorldAlzheimersMonth, we celebrate ways to stay connected and supported.

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How Shared Lives transforms lives for people with dementia: Val’s story - Shared Lives Plus
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Shared Lives Plus @sharedlivesplus.bsky.social · 16d
This #WorldAlzheimersMonth, we’re celebrating friendship.

Liz & Kathy have found laughter and connection through #SharedLives in Moray – showing how thoughtful matching can transform lives.

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A Shared Life in Moray: how the matching process brings friendship, fun and belonging - Shared Lives Plus
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Shared Lives Plus @sharedlivesplus.bsky.social · 17d
Independence, routines, and everyday joys - Mandy and her Shared Lives carer Sandra show how small, meaningful support can make a big difference.
#WorldAlzheimersMonth #SharedLives #DementiaAwareness #Dementia

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Growing Shared Lives for people living with dementia: Mandy and Sandra - Shared Lives Plus
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Shared Lives Plus @sharedlivesplus.bsky.social · 17d
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Shared Lives Plus supports World Alzheimer’s Month - Shared Lives Plus
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Shared Lives Plus @sharedlivesplus.bsky.social · 17d
September is #WorldAlzheimersMonth. Dementia affects millions across the UK.

At Shared Lives Plus, we’re showing how community-based, relationship-focused support helps people live well and carers continue their vital role.
#SharedLives #DementiaAwareness #Dementia
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Shared Lives Plus @sharedlivesplus.bsky.social · 19d
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Shared Lives Plus @sharedlivesplus.bsky.social · 19d
Care leavers deserve support, stability, and independence. As Victoria says: “Make sure you have a good social network and the right people around you to talk to. You might feel like everything is falling apart but things can change for the better.”

#YMHD2025 #ShareSupport #CareLeavers 
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Shared Lives Plus @sharedlivesplus.bsky.social · 21d
#ProfessionalCareWorkersWeek (12–19 Sept) celebrates carers across the UK.

In Shared Lives, carers open their homes, creating trusted relationships & stronger communities.

Watch their stories: sharedlivesplus.org....

#SharedLives
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Shared Lives Plus @sharedlivesplus.bsky.social · 23d
Visit our website to read more about this work, and about the new online assesment tool lauched by UKST as part of #SepsisAwarenessMonth

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Sepsis Awareness Month 2025 - Shared Lives Plus
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Shared Lives Plus @sharedlivesplus.bsky.social · 23d
Five people die from #sepsis every hour in the UK.

Shared Lives Plus has been partnering with The UK Sepsis Trust to deliver training to #SharedLives schemes and carers. So that as many people as possible know how to spot the signs of sepsis.
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Shared Lives Plus @sharedlivesplus.bsky.social · 23d
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Dedicated care in action: Spotlight on Peter during Professional Care Workers’ Week 2025 - Shared Lives Plus
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Shared Lives Plus @sharedlivesplus.bsky.social · 23d
This #ProfessionalCareWorkersWeek we’re celebrating Peter, a Shared Lives carer in Westmorland & Furness.

From daily updates for families to creative activities (with help from his dog Sky), Peter shows how compassion transforms lives.

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Shared Lives Plus @sharedlivesplus.bsky.social · 27d
Trying new things can make all the difference! Norman has explored cooking, nature walks, bowling, curling, and Boccia with #SharedLives support - building confidence, connections, and joy along the way.

Read his story: sharedlivesplus.org....
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Shared Lives Plus @sharedlivesplus.bsky.social · 27d
We are here – and we’re proud to stand with people with a learning disability across Scotland. In Scottish Learning Disability Week, we’re celebrating inclusion, breaking down barriers, and helping build a Scotland where everyone belongs.

#IAmHereScotland #ScotLDWeek25 #InclusionMatters @SCLDNews
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Shared Lives Plus @sharedlivesplus.bsky.social · 29d
This Scottish Learning Disability Week, we're shining a light on the barriers that still exist — and the potential that's being overlooked.
#IAmHereScotland #ScotLDWeek25 #InclusionMatters
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Shared Lives Plus @sharedlivesplus.bsky.social · Sep 8
🦄 This Scottish Learning Disability Week (8–14 September), we’re celebrating achievements that show the power of inclusion. Read J's story and see how inclusion transforms lives:
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From isolation to gold medals – J’s transformation celebrated in Scottish Learning Disability Week - Shared Lives Plus
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Shared Lives Plus @sharedlivesplus.bsky.social · Sep 5
Shared Lives Plus recently arranged two successful Department for Education visits with Chief Social Worker for Children and Families Isabelle Trowler, Care Leavers’ policy leads and other colleagues from the department, with our Shared Lives schemes in Telford and Oxfordshire.
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Shared Lives Plus @sharedlivesplus.bsky.social · Sep 3
Having a bit of time out from supporting a loved one living with dementia is a chance to recharge your batteries and get on with things. Live More in Greater Manchester with #SharedLives offers a weekly session of meaningful support for your loved one. livemoremanchester.o...
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Shared Lives Plus @sharedlivesplus.bsky.social · Sep 2
We've supported three exciting projects to grow #SharedLives schemes across England: 

- 23 new carers in Birmingham & Solihull 
- New support for young care leavers in Portsmouth 
- Strategic growth in Herefordshire 

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Growing Shared Lives through local innovation - Shared Lives Plus
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Care Provider Alliance @cpa-socialcare.bsky.social · Sep 1
As the coalition of national voices of adult #socialcare providers, we welcome @sharedlivesplus.bsky.social CEO, @ewandking.bsky.social, as our Chair, 2025/26.
Thank you @vicrayner.bsky.social CEO of @ncfcareforum.bsky.social for your leadership over the past 12 months.
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Shared Lives Plus @sharedlivesplus.bsky.social · Sep 1
Shared Lives Plus's #careleavers programme aims for #SharedLives to be a top choice for care leavers with a learning disability, autism, or mental health challenges. Read about the success that Persona in Bury have had for young people leaving children’s care: sharedlivesplus.org....
Local learning and success for young people leaving children’s care in Bury - Shared Lives Plus
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Shared Lives Plus @sharedlivesplus.bsky.social · Aug 29
Student nurses will now train in adult #socialcare settings including #SharedLives – gaining real experience in community care that helps people stay well at home. 
“Exactly the kind of care we need,” says Shared Lives Plus CEO Ewan King. sharedlivesplus.org.... #Nursingtraining
Student nurses set for skills boost through new adult social care placements – including Shared Lives - Shared Lives Plus
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Shared Lives Plus @sharedlivesplus.bsky.social · Aug 29
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