Lifesharing

Lifesharing through Family Living began in Pennsylvania in 1982. The Lifesharing program at Community Living & Learning, Inc. started in 1987. Lifesharing means living with and sharing life experiences with supportive persons in a caring household. Lifesharing is a both a close personal relationship as well as a place to live for an individual with intellectual disabilities. It some ways it can be likened to foster care although the individuals are generally adults and they may live with one family for many years. It is an option that may suit the needs of an individual better than a group home or living independently with supports. The program is based around the needs, wants and future goals of the individual.