Location: Willand near Cullompton/Tiverton

Considerations: Vacancies not available until April 2012

There are 3 vacancies available within this lovely family home, whilst experienced in working with people of all age groups these energetic carers have a special interest in working with younger people wishing to grow in independence, who wish to be supported to learn skills to enhance daily living and be enabled to try new experiences and activities, and make decisions and choices in their lives. This is a young family household with enough space for everyone to have their own privacy, but room for everyone to get together and share daily life. This family is looking forward to having others share their home and lifestyle in a village location.

Location: Nymet Rowland, near Crediton

This vacancy is ideal for someone who would enjoy spending a short break or respite period in a rural location, within a very close supporting family network.

Location: North Tawton, near Okehampton

This carer can offer short breaks to someone who would like to stay in a bustling rural town which is also within easy access to Okehampton and Crediton.

Location: Highampton, near Hatherleigh

This is an ideal location for someone with a love of dogs, who enjoys family outings and activities, and who would benefit from sharing a welcoming family home.

Location: Cullompton

Considerations: The bedroom and bathroom are on the 1st floor of the property so this would preclude anyone with limited physical abilities.

This vacancy would suit someone who would like to have a short break with this experienced carer and receive 1:1 support to develop confidence and independence.

Location: Colebrook near Crediton

This is an ideal vacancy for a service user who would like a short break in a rural location, who has an interest in gardening, plants or animals and who would enjoy spending time in a family home.

Location: Teignmouth

This vacancy is in Teignmouth and would particularly suit a younger adult with learning disabilities who needs to learn new skills and who enjoys outdoor activities.

Location: Haytor, Near Newton Abbot

This property is set in a quiet hamlet close to Haytor Rock and would equally suit a person with mobility problems or someone with an active lifestyle who would enjoy walks, swimming and other activities.

Location: Chudleigh, near Newton Abbot

The carer has experience of learning disability, Autism and physical disability and this vacancy would particularly suit a service user with mobility problems as the house is accessible on the ground floor for most wheelchairs, and the available accommodation includes a bedroom and wet room on the ground floor.

Location: Teignmouth

The vacancy is ideal for a mature person who would enjoy spending time with the family and the resident service user in their home in Teignmouth.

Location: Torrington

This carer lives with her husband and young children on the edge of Torrington and is offering exciting and adventurous breaks for people with learning disabilities. The family have close links to the town through knowing other people who have horses and by being members of the Rugby Club in Torrington; anyone coming to stay will be part of a large network of neighbours and friends who are always popping in to the house.

Location: Middelmoor on the outskirts of Exeter

Considerations: Consideration needs to be given to the young child in the house when pursuing any matching.

This Shared Lives carer lives with her young daughter in a comfortable detached house on the outskirts of Exeter near Pinhoe. She has experience of working with older people and would like to offer short breaks to men or women. There is a large garden and vegetable patch for those who like the outdoors. Other activities include trips to Powderham and Dawlish and walks on the beach at Exmouth.

Location: St Thomas, Exeter

Considerations: The vacancy is for younger people with learning disabilities.

This carer has many years’ experience of working with people with learning disabilities. The carer lives with her teenage daughter and small dog and cat in St Thomas, Exeter and the vacancy would suit a younger age group. The short breaks would be tailored to the individuals’ needs; some self-sufficient skills are required as the carer has another part time job.