Introduction

 
There are 25 Homeshare Schemes in the UK but we do not have Homeshare in Wales yet. We are currently working on a research project to establish if it would be feasible to develop Homeshare schemes in Wales.
 
Homeshare schemes can be set up and run by community, voluntary and other non-profit organisations. They bring together older people (Householders) living on their own (in their own home) with young professionals or students (Homesharer).  The Homesharer moves in for an agreed period of time and pays a fee to the Homeshare scheme. In return the Homesharer provides an agreed weekly number of hours of low level support.  This could include help with shopping, cleaning, handyperson and gardening jobs and companionship. This fits with the drive to innovate in relation to care and support models that support older people to age well and maintain their independence.
 
As part of the research, we are seeking the views of potential referral agencies and organisations that might be interested in developing and managing a Homeshare Scheme. This survey will contribute to the research project.
 
If you would like to know more please contact tim@sharedlivesplus.org.uk or visit the Homeshare UK website at homeshareuk.org

Thank you for helping us. 

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* 1. Name of your organisation?

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* 2. Which Local Authority area do  you cover?

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* 3. Brief description of its role

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* 4. Your Name

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* 5. Your Role

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* 6. What type of support are older people looking for in your area to help maintain their independence?

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* 7. What services do you provide to support older people to maintain their independence and combat social isolation?

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* 8. Do you encounter older people living alone who have low level support needs?

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* 9. Has demand for low-level support services for older people grown in the last 5 years?

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* 10. What do you consider are the current gaps in services for older people that would maintain their independence?

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* 11. Is there evidence of growing isolation among older people living on their own in your area?

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* 12. What are the potential opportunities for new services that could support older people to remain independent?

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* 13. What challenges do third sector providers face in setting up services that support older people to age well in their communities?

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* 14. What benefits do you feel a Homeshare Scheme might bring to older people in your area?

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* 15. What challenges do you think there might be in establishing Homeshare in your area?

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* 16. Would you be willing to take part in a short discussion with us as part of our feasibility research to help us to better understand the needs of the people that you work with? Please complete your contact details below - we'd love to hear from you!