Home Share in the Okanagan.
Building independence, together.
The Home Share program matches adults with developmental disabilities with care providers who share their home and provide ongoing, individualized support. The arrangement offers a balance of independence and assistance, with the flexibility to adapt as needs change over time.
Living with support.
Home Share is a residential option where an adult with a developmental disability lives with a care provider in a shared home. The home may be owned, rented, or leased by either the provider or the person receiving support. The provider offers daily assistance tailored to the individual, and the relationship often lasts for years.
The model is flexible. Support can increase or decrease as circumstances change. The person receiving services has input into choosing their provider and the home environment. This is not institutional care; it is shared living with someone who has made a commitment to providing ongoing support.
The John Howard Society of Okanagan & Kootenay coordinates Home Share arrangements across the Okanagan for adults funded by Community Living BC. Our Home Share Coordinator assists applicants through the screening and matching process.
The Program
Shared living with a care provider for adults referred by Community Living BC.
Home Share
Live with a Home Share provider who offers ongoing support tailored to your needs and preferences.
Flexible arrangements that adapt as your needs change.
Opportunities to build independence through daily living.
Support to participate in community activities.
Stable long-term arrangements that can last for years.
All providers complete CLBC-mandated screening including criminal record checks, home study, reference checks, medical certificate, and first-aid certification.
Location: Okanagan.
Eligibility
Home Share is open to:
Adults funded by Community Living BC (CLBC).
Admission criteria are set by CLBC. Contact your local CLBC office for eligibility and referral inquiries, or visit communitylivingbc.ca.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions About Home Share in Okanagan.
Home Share is a residential option where an adult with a developmental disability shares a home with a care provider who offers ongoing, individualized support.
Providers are individuals who open their homes and provide daily support. All providers undergo a CLBC-mandated screening process that includes criminal record checks, a home study, reference checks, a medical certificate, and valid first-aid certification.
It can be. Some people use Home Share as a step toward greater independence, while others remain in the same arrangement for many years. The model is flexible.
Yes, residents usually pay an affordable rent based on income. Our staff can help identify rent supplements or financial aid options.
The Home Share Coordinator works with you to find a provider and home environment that fits your goals and preferences.
Yes. You must be funded by Community Living BC to access this program. Contact your local CLBC office for referral inquiries.