Question 1

What is a shared lives?

Accepted Answer

A shared lives is a category of care service regulated and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Providers in this category must meet fundamental standards of quality and safety to operate legally.

Question 2

How many shared livess are listed on Patient Info?

Accepted Answer

We list 164 CQC-registered shared livess, sourced directly from the official CQC register and refreshed regularly.

Question 3

How do I choose the right shared lives?

Accepted Answer

Start by filtering for services in your region or local authority, then review each provider's CQC rating, specialisms, and most recent inspection date. Read user reviews, check the website, and contact the service to ask about availability, fees and the support they offer.

Question 4

Are the CQC ratings on this page up to date?

Accepted Answer

Ratings and inspection dates are pulled from CQC's public data. We refresh the data on a regular schedule, but always cross-check the provider's own listing on the CQC website before making a decision.

Question 5

Can I leave a review for a shared lives?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Open any service profile and sign in to leave a star rating and written review. Your feedback helps other families make informed choices.

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