Homeshare involves bringing together two people, often from two different generations. It address the pressing needs of two sets of people; it helps vulnerable, older or disabled people, the ” Householder”, to stay connected to society, to feel safe and retain – and – regain – a level of supported independence, to acquire a sense of value and purpose and to reduce loneliness and anxiety. Homeshare also helps the volunteers, “Sharers” (mature students, key workers, other professionals) with an affordable housing option.
For the Householder, homeshare offers low-level preventative support, low-cost, live-in practical help for just £5.50 per day which enables independence in their own home as well as some company, reassurance and a chance for a new friendship to grow.
For the Sharers, homeshare is so much more than an affordable home; it is about developing a connection with people, giving something back to society and improving their own psychological well-being.
Share and Care Homeshare is a Community Interest Company and the most experienced homeshare provider in the UK, having been matching and mentoring homeshares for 20 years. Share and Care Homeshare offers national coverage offering services across London and the UK.
Our founder Caroline Cooke is a trained Dementia Friends Ambassador and has been volunteering through the Alzheimer’s Society charity for 7 years. In that time, she has made over a 1,000 Dementia Friends. Caroline will be delivering a Public Virtual Dementia Friends Session, every 4 weeks for the next 6 months, starting on 16thNovember 2026.
A Dementia Friends Information session is a free, friendly and interactive session to help you understand what it is like to live with dementia. It includes;
- Five Key Messages: Fundamental facts about what dementia is, how it affects the brain, and why it is not a normal part of aging.
- Living with Dementia: Insights into what it feels like to live with the condition, helping to reduce stigmas and feelings of isolation.
- Turning Understanding into Action: How to commit to a small, practical pledge to help people with dementia in your daily life (such as being more patient, staying in touch with someone affected, or telling others about the initiative)
If you – or anyone you know – would like to join one of these information sessions, please see the links below or contact the office for more information.
Public Virtual Dementia Friends Session Monday, 16 November 2026 15:00 – 16:00 (GMT)
Meeting link: Public virtual Dementia Friends Session | Microsoft Teams | Meet-up-Join
Public Virtual Dementia Friends Session Monday, 14 December 2026 15:00 – 16:00 (GMT)
Meeting link: Public Virtual Dementia Friends Session | Microsoft Teams | Meet-up-Join
Public Virtual Dementia Friends Session Monday, 11 January 2026 15:00 – 16:00 (GMT)
Meeting link: Public Virtual Dementia Friends Session | Microsoft Teams | Meet-up-Join
Why use us?
- After 20 years, we are recognised homeshare experts, having successfully matched thousands of homeshare arrangements since 2006.
- We offer excellent value, with our Sharers providing up to 15 hours of practical help and companionship each week.
- More than 50% of our new clients come through word-of-mouth referrals, reflecting the trust people place in our service.
- As founder members of the Homeshare Association, we help lead the homeshare sector and strictly adhere to its Principles and Safeguarding Standards.
- Share and Care Homeshare is more than a service — we are a community-focused Community Interest Company dedicated to supporting independent living and meaningful connections.
- Our Annual Report 2026 highlights the professionalism, trust, and positive impact of our organisation, alongside outstanding testimonials from clients and Sharers alike.
The Householder provides a bedroom in their home to their Sharer in exchange for some friendly company and practical help; they also benefit from the reassurance and security of someone living in their property.
The Householder may be an older person or, indeed, anyone with support needs
The Sharer gives companionship and low level practical support in exchange for a bedroom in the property. Click for all current opportunities
If homeshare is not for you at this time, you may be interested in our sister company, Unity Living where a matched and vetted Helpful Housemate pays a lower-than-market rent and also offers a few hours of help each week.
Through this service, a carefully matched and vetted Helpful Housemate pays a lower-than-market rent in exchange for providing a few hours of help each week. Helpful Housemates offers a flexible alternative for those who are independent and only require light support.
If you don’t need someone to live in your home or don’t have a spare room to offer, but would still benefit from practical help and companionship, our new service could be the perfect solution.
Our sister company, Unity Living, recently launched Helpful HomeSupport — a flexible, pay-as-you-go service that allows you to access support on an hourly basis, tailored to your needs.Whether it’s help around the home, running errands, or simply having someone to spend time with, Helpful HomeSupport offers reliable and friendly assistance, when you need it.
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