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Become a Shared Living Provider
Also known as Host Homes, Family Home Agency or Life Sharing, this unique living arrangement is rewarding for all.
Shared Living Providers earn a living and change lives
At AbleLight, we believe every person deserves more than just a place to live. They deserve a home where they are loved, supported, and accepted. When you become a Shared Living Provider for AbleLight, you’ll earn a competitive wage while helping someone else live their best life. It’s a win-win for everyone!
![Harvey and Cathy in a Colorado Host Home](https://ablelight.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Harvey-and-Cathy-Host-Homes.jpg)
Ready to open the door?
What is a Shared Living arrangement?
Shared Living (also called Host Home) programs are a housing option where people in the community open their doors to a person or people with developmental disabilities and offer them a safe, loving place to call home. And, as you’ll see, this kind of community-based service has a lot of benefits for all involved. And team AbleLight will be with you every step of the way, supporting you many different ways.
What exactly is a Shared Living Provider?
Shared Living Providers are independent contractors who receive a professional, tax-free income, all for doing meaningful work right at home. For many, being a Host Home Provider is an opportunity to make a difference in the community, but it’s also a chance to switch careers, be at home more, and spend more time with the family. The rewards are truly neverending.
![An AbleLight Host Home Provider and a woman with a disability smiling together](https://ablelight.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Host-Home-Providers.jpg)
![Emma and her mother, Christina](https://ablelight.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Emma-and-Mom-Christina.jpg)
Not just a house, but a home
For people with disabilities, living in a Host Home can open a world of possibilities.
- Living in a family setting leads to increased community involvement
- Home providers are able to provide a more customized level of support to the person they serve
- Living with long-term care providers allows the person supported and the providers to develop meaningful, lasting relationships
Thinking about being a Shared Living Provider?
Here’s why you should.
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Make a real impact
Our Shared Living program is about more than just housing. And its rewards go far beyond the paycheck.
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Enjoy a rewarding career
For some of our providers, this is a full-time gig. It allows them to work from home, which gives them more time with their families.
![Man with IDD in a wheelchair smiling with his mother](https://ablelight.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/HostHomes-career.jpg)
Support at every step
Being a Shared Living Provider means you’re part of our family too, and we’ll be with you to provide support and answer questions.
Have Questions?
We Have Answers.
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“The Most Rewarding Job You Never Knew Existed”
Learn everything you need to know about becoming a Shared Living Provider in our free e-book.