Householders

Sharing your home can provide you with a new sense of security, companionship and practical help with everyday household tasks

If you have a spare room and need some extra support at home, Homeshare Norfolk can help you. We take the time to find the person who is right for you and meets your needs. You are always in control of your Homeshare journey. You make the decisions about what practical support and companionship you need.

Why choose Homeshare?

✓ Friendship and companionship

✓ Greater independence

✓ Peace of mind that someone trusted is there to support you at home and stays overnight, helping you to feel safer and more secure

✓ Support with practical tasks around the home, such as cleaning, gardening, cooking, or shopping. You make the decisions about the types of help that would best suit you needs

✓ Extremely cost-effective option for practical support in the home

✓ Peace of mind for your family and friends, particularly if they live far from you

✓ A chance to share life experiences and share skills with one another

What does it cost?

Both the Householder and Homesharer pay a monthly fee to Homeshare Norfolk. These fees cover the costs of the checks, the facilitation of the match, and the regular and ongoing support for the duration of the Homeshare. These fees go towards the running of the organisation, helping more people able to benefit from Homeshare.

Householders pay a monthly fee of £100, which equates to less than £3.50 per day. When you compare this to the cost of cleaners, gardeners and the cost of overnight care, Homeshare is extremely cost effective. Importantly, you benefit from companionship and support on a daily basis. The Homesharer will also make an agreed contribution towards your household bills.

How does it work?

Step 1. Get in touch with us for an initial chat so we can find out more about you and what you would like to get from Homeshare.

Step 2. If you feel that Homeshare is right for you, we will arrange to visit you and meet face-to-face to find out what you would like from a Homesharer. Rest assured that we carry out checks and vetting on anyone that would like to Homeshare with you. This includes references, finance checks and enhanced DBS police checks to ensure the upmost safety.

Step 3. We spend time finding the perfect Homesharer for you. With us there to support you, we will introduce you to the Homesharer. If you are happy to proceed, we will help you to make decisions about the support you need and the ground rules for the Homeshare.

Step 4. Together, we will select a date to begin your Homeshare journey, which starts with a 4-week trial period. Homeshare Norfolk will provide continued support with regular in person visits to your home and phone calls. We will be there to support you at every step.

To get in touch and make a start today!