If you’ve ever thought, “I’d love to help someone thrive—but I’m not sure I’m the ‘right kind’ of person to do something like that,” this blog is for you. Shared living involves welcoming a person into your home and offering a safe and supportive place for them to pursue their goals and passions. Becoming a shared living provider might be a great fit if you have an open room in your home and the desire to make a positive impact in someone’s life. The best part? This role doesn’t require a specific kind of home, family, or professional background.
Renters or homeowners. Quiet homes or full ones. Pets, children—or neither. All kinds of households can offer the right environment for someone looking for support. And while having experience as a caregiver can be helpful, it’s not required. What truly makes the difference is a willingness to form a supportive relationship, to share space and life with someone, and to grow together.
There is a Match for Everyone
Shared living begins with compatibility, not conformity. You won’t be asked to fit into a mold—and neither will the person looking for support. Aspire’s shared living team takes time to get to know you and what you’re looking for, just like we do with every person seeking services. That way, we can create matches that feel natural and meaningful for everyone involved.
When considering shared living, a person might hope to live in a quiet, peaceful space—or maybe they’d love a lively household. They might be an early riser, an animal lover, or prefer living somewhere close to public transportation. The same way providers bring their own lives and preferences, the people hoping to be welcomed into a shared living home bring theirs too.
Someone out there is looking for exactly the kind of home and lifestyle you already have. You don’t have to change who you are. You just have to be ready to open your home—and your heart—with support and intention.
Diversity Makes Shared Living Stronger
People seeking shared living come from all kinds of multicultural backgrounds and we know how important it is to honor and reflect that in Aspire’s shared living program. Right now, there’s a particular need for Spanish-speaking providers in Massachusetts, and we’d love to talk with you if that’s part of your background.
Representation, culture, and language all contribute to shaping a sense of belonging. When someone feels seen and heard in their home, it creates the foundation for meaningful connection.
If This Role Is Calling to You…
You bring your everyday life—your routines, your values, your desire to make a difference. We’ll help you feel confident and supported as you do it. If this opportunity speaks to you and you’re wondering what it might look like in your world, our free eBook is a great next step. It’s full of real stories, practical tips, and answers to common questions to help you explore whether shared living could be the right fit. Download it today at https://info.allinc.org/en-us/shared-living-provider-ebook.