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Douglas's Shared Lives story

Douglas was 52 and living with his elderly father. He had put on weight, due to lack of exercise and rarely left the house.

His family initially decided that he would be moved to a residential home. However his social worker mentioned that he may be suitable for Shared Lives and he was referred to us. His brother was not initially happy with the idea that he would move in with another family, but when he met the Shared Lives family, he decided to give it a go.

Douglas was matched with Rod and Lee and moved into their home. During his time there he:

  • lost 5 stone
  • developed a love of walking the dog
  • was often out of the house, using the bus system all on his own.

Douglas is now involved in trampolining, cricket, he works at the local stables and has been on holiday for the first time in 20 years. With Rod and Lee's consistent and continuous support he has transformed into a more independent and happier person.

Douglas's brother now thinks that Shared Lives is the best thing that could ever possibly have happened to him. By sharing their life, Rod and Lee have radically changed Douglas's life for the better.

Find out how you could become a Shared Lives carer.

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  • or call us on 03000 41 24 00
    (Text relay: 18001 03000 41 24 00).
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