Shared Lives Carer Service Contract - Community Support

This is a countywide contract opportunity to deliver Shared Lives services, a community-based care model where trained and approved Shared Lives Carers support vulnerable adults in their own homes and communities. The service targets individuals with learning disabilities, physical disabilities, autism, sensory impairment, brain injury, neurological conditions, dementia, mental health needs, or dual diagnoses. Shared Lives provides a flexible, person-centred alternative to residential care, supporting clients to live fulfilling lives by sharing the daily routines, family life, and community activities of their Shared Lives Carer. The contract requires the successful provider to: recruit and train new Shared Lives Carers across the county; manage the scheme including all administrative and legislative requirements; promote Shared Lives to stakeholders; provide Short Breaks for carers; and support service users to develop independent living skills. The provider must ensure equitable service delivery across all geographical areas, reduce residential home placements, and increase community inclusion. This is a single-provider contract valued at £3,200,000 (excluding VAT).