Shared Living is a residential option in which an adult with a developmental disability shares a home with someone who is contracted to provide ongoing support. In this arrangement, they live with a family, couple, or roommate in the community. Sharing lives can offer richer opportunities for developing natural relationships and social circles. It also increases the likelihood of having a more genuine and meaningful experience of community life.

A variety of living arrangements are possible depending upon the needs and wishes of the person served. Our person-centred residential model offers an opportunity for individuals to achieve an ideal balance of support and independence based on their unique goals and preferences. Support is flexible and evolves according to the individual's changing needs. In a Shared Living arrangement, homes may be owned, rented or leased by the shared living provider or by the individual requiring support

posAbilities' role is in oversight and management. We carefully facilitate the matching of qualified caregivers and persons seeking service. Next, we set up the contract, and then continue to monitor the quality of the service for its duration and liaise with our funder, Community Living BC. We have a team member on call 24/7 to provide assistance when needed.