Need Social Care?

Shared Lives  

The Shared Lives Scheme (Formerly the Adult Placement Scheme) is family based care for vulnerable adults. Our purpose is to provide a range of quality services across Worcestershire, which enable vulnerable adults to share in family and community life and which promote the strengths and abilities of each individual.

The Shared Lives Scheme accepts referrals for vulnerable and disabled people over the age of 18.

People who are able to access our services :

• People with physical disabilities
• People with learning disabilities
• People with sensory impairments
• Users of mental health services
• Older people
• People with acquired brain injuries
• Carers

What services we provide

• Long term care and support   
• Shared Care    
• Kinship    
• Short breaks   
• Supported living   
• Day Opportunities    
• Home from Hospital
• Outreach support   

How to contact us  

Worcestershire County Council
Shared Lives Scheme
Adult & Community Services
PO Box 589
Worcester
WR4 4AH
Tel: 01905 765622

Email: apt-bwh@worcestershire.gov.uk