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What is Short-term Lifesharing?
By becoming a Short-term Lifesharing Provider, you will be welcoming an adult with an intellectual disability into your home on a temporary basis. Your compassionate support and care will ensure an enjoyable short-term experience while setting their primary caregiver’s mind at ease.
Are there different kinds of Short-term Lifesharing?
Yes, there are different kinds of short-term Lifesharing for our providers to consider:
Planned: planned two weeks in advance, giving care recipients an opportunity to meet with the provider family before they would stay with you.
Emergency: generally used when care recipients or their loved ones are experiencing a crisis or emergency.
Transitional: provides transitional living accommodations and support when a care recipient is experiencing a major life change.
Requirements
Have a home (with one or two private bedrooms available) that is insured (renter's or homeowner's) and passes safety standards established by the state of Pennsylvania.
Reside in one of our service areas in the Lehigh or Schuylkill Valley region of Pennsylvania (Lehigh, Northampton, Berks, Schuylkill, Carbon, Monroe & Pike Counties). Note: We also serve Montgomery, Bucks, Chester and Delaware Counties in Pennsylvania - use this link to switch to that area
Provide Criminal Record Checks, Child Abuse Clearances, and FBI Clearances for everyone age 18 and over living in the home. Local Police and Child Protective checks will also be conducted.
PA Driver’s license and vehicle are required.
Benefits
We believe strongly in the matching process, and you get to choose who comes to stay with you!
Generous stipends available as follows:
Planned/Emergency stipends are available from $100-$175/day (taxable).
Transitional Living stipends are available from $75-$95/day (non-taxed).
Sign-on and referral bonuses available!
Access services is known for being a supportive organization and we provide training, assistance, and twenty-four-hour on-call support.
By submitting the attached application, you are simply letting us know you are interested in more information. A full application to become a Lifesharing Provider for adults with intellectual disabilities would be completed when you are ready!