The option of a homeshare arrangement brings peace of mind for relatives and loved ones of those using the service. In fact for Deborah*, whose Mother and Father-in-law both live with dementia, homeshare has totally transformed their lives.  Here she tells us why homeshare means so much to her and her family. Q:  Tell me about […]

Share and Care Homeshare has been a strong advocate for the benefits of homeshare for more than 15 years, and has built up a strong level of skills, expertise and learning in this area, which we are always keen to disseminate. During this time, we have seen first-hand the incredible impact of homesharing across several […]

With the cost-of-living soaring, household bills have rocketed, petrol and food prices have spiked, and inflation is set to rise again in the coming weeks, greatly affecting our spending habits and causing us to consider more cost-effective choices across all parts of our lives.   Homeshare is an extremely affordable option that enables people across […]

Supporting World Parkinson’s Day which takes place on 11 April 2022  to raise awareness of Parkinson’s, we would like to show the positive impact of homeshare on people living with Parkinson’s. When a little extra support around the house, homeshare can prove invaluable as our sharers are happy to provide a minimum of 15 hours support every week. […]

With the clocks springing forward on 27 March, we’re all getting ready for longer, brighter and dare we say, warmer days! The darker afternoons will soon be behind us, and the arrival of Spring is a perfect time to spend more time outdoors.  Here are some of the favourite activities that our sharers and householders […]

The role of homeshare for older people during and post-pandemic  

  Food brings people together. Sharing a meal with someone is much more palatable – and enjoyable – than eating alone. ‘Saucery’ is a book of quick and easy adaptable sauces and recipes accompanied by top tips and dietary advice to tackle health issues faced by some older people. The recipes are not complicated and have […]

There is a misconception among many people that if they are elderly or have reduced mobility or a disability – physical or mental – or simply struggle with day-to-day tasks, that they will get some financial help to pay for support or access to free services. This is not the case.