Life Sharing Provider Monroe County, PA

Become a Life Sharing Host Family with Abound Health

Location: Monroe County PA
Position Type: Contract
Organization: Abound Health

Are you looking for a meaningful way to apply your empathy patience compassion and creativity in your everyday life Abound Health is seeking a caring stable and dedicated individual or couple in Monroe County to join our Life Sharing Program as a Host Family for a young adult preparing to transition out of childrens services. This unique opportunity allows you to open your home and heart to someone who is ready for independence connection and a supportive family environment.

We are actively recruiting a Host Family who can offer a quiet low-key home with no children or additional roommates where this young adult can continue to grow thrive and maintain their independence.

Life Sharing is a person-centered residential model where an individual becomes a fully integrated member of a familys home and community. Unlike traditional caregiving Life Sharing focuses on long-term relationships independence and meaningful daily experiences within a natural home setting.

As a Host Family you provide not just a place to live but a sense of belonging stability and purpose.

Details are limited to protect confidentiality until a release is obtained.

We are supporting a young adult who is:
Independent capable and comfortable going out into the community on his own
Looking for a quiet calm home environment
Best matched with a single host or a couple
Someone who values having their own space
Interested in remaining in Monroe County
Hoping for a home with stores or community locations within walking distance
Seeking a household that respects his independence while offering stability and support

Provide a safe stable and welcoming home
Support daily living skills and household routines
Offer mentorship companionship and emotional support
Encourage community involvement and recreational activities
Collaborate with Abound Health to follow person-centered plans
Promote independence dignity and personal growth

Transform Lives: Make a meaningful lasting impact on someones quality of life
Build Deep Connections: Form lifelong bonds and provide genuine companionship
Work From Home: Support someone while continuing your own family routines
Receive Support & Compensation: Host families receive a daily stipend and ongoing training
24/7 Support: Abound Health provides emergency support respite coordination and clinical consultation

To qualify families must:
Be Pennsylvania residents
Be at least 21 years old
Pass required background checks (FBI child abuse criminal)
Complete home inspections and meet safety standards
Provide personal and professional references
Participate in interviews and a matching assessment
Be willing to include the individual in meals routines activities and family life

All Host Families receive:
ODP-approved Life Sharing Orientation
Fire Safety & Emergency Preparedness
Medication Administration (if applicable)
Individual Rights & Person-Centered Planning
Ongoing annual training (e.g. trauma-informed care dignity & respect)

Contract Position: Host Families are independent contractors not employees
Flexible Matching: We work closely with you to ensure a strong compatible match
Ongoing Support: 24/7 emergency assistance respite options and case management

If youre interested in becoming a Life Sharing Host Family or want to learn more about supporting this young adult through shared living please reach out:

Abound Health proudly supports inclusive diverse families of all backgrounds and compositions.
Join us in building relationships that change lives one home at a time.

Abound Health is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race color religion gender national origin age sexual orientation gender identity or expression protected veteran status disability/handicap status or any other legally protected characteristic.