Shared living, also known as Host Home, is an arrangement of services provided in the private home of an individual, or a host, in which supports are provided to an individual. Shared living is meant to provide a person-centered approach to supports that are offered to an individual where the individuals and the shred living provider share a home.
Shared living is built on the foundation of life sharing, developing natural supports, and being an active member of the community. The host home provider/companion provides assistance, support, and guidance, in life domain areas such as activities of daily living, safety and security, community living, healthy lifestyle, social and spirituality, and citizenship and advocacy.