Citizens of Maine

Shared Living Providers

A Shared Living provider is responsible for providing the support needs required on a daily basis, including but not limited to daily meals, transportation, medical appointments, and leisure activities. The support needs of every individual vary just as their personalities do, so finding the right match between a Shared Living provider and individual is a crucial initial task. This is why the Shared Living Provider is not defined by a single element, and likewise, a home is not either. Some individuals are seeking a home with no children, some desire a family, some want pets, or to live on a farm, while others want to live in the city. Shared Living is open to individuals looking for someone to provide the residential care they want and need and it's open to people looking to provide that care. A Shared Living provider's main job is to provide the necessary support as determined by an individual's assessed needs. The individual's care is the primary focus and priority. There are requirements by MaineCare, as the funding source of this residential model, and those requirements are standard throughout all agencies authorized to provide Shared Living as a residential option. Where Citizens of Maine differs from other agencies, is in size, consideration of placement, and pay. We do not have hundreds of Shared Living homes, which presents superior focus and attention to achieving success in a home. Size also factors into the consideration of the placement of an individual in a Shared Living home. We want to ensure the success of a home, for all involved, and doing so requires open communication with an honest approach. We don't have hundreds of homes that would allow haphazard placements to occur resulting in multiple moves. Each placement is done with the utmost care and attention. Payment for Shared Living providers is offered with the choice of one of two stipends, depending on a Shared Living provider's preference on respite. We are happy to discuss the stipend offers with potential providers.