Facts, figures & downloads

Here are some basic facts and figures about Shared Lives South West.

Background

• Developed through investment by Devon County Council, Torbay Council, Plymouth City Council and Cornwall Council
• Works across those four authorities
• Has always been an independent voluntary sector Shared Lives scheme
• Was set up as SWAPS – the South West Adult Placement Scheme
• Changed our name to Shared Lives South West in summer 2011

Service statistics

As of January 2012, we have

• 202 Shared Lives carers
• 228 people using a long term Shared Lives service
• 93 people having regular short breaks
• 30 full and part time staff

Achievements

Winner of the Care Team Award 2010 in the Great South West Care Awards

Finalists in the Great British Home Care Awards 2011

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Publications to download