Short-term Lifesharing Provider, Adults w/ Intellectual Disabilities - DV - Access Services

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 Delaware Valley region of Pennsylvania (Montgomery, Bucks, Chester & Delaware). Note: We also serve the Lehigh and Schuylkill regions 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!