As a member of Shared Lives Plus, our partners can support you with:
Shared Lives carers are self-employed – this is because they provide support from their own home, in their own way, rather than being directed like employees. HMRC recognises this through Qualifying Care Relief (QCR), a special tax scheme designed to make sure Shared Lives carers aren’t hit with large or unexpected tax bills.
As a member, our partners offer guidance or tax advice about how to register as self-employed, qualifying care relief, and how to do an online tax return through.
Our partners advise on:
Shared Lives members can access our general legal helpline through Markel Law.
Our partners Everywhen (formerly Towergate) understand that the person you support is not a tenant. Their policies treat them as part of the household and include accidental and malicious damage cover – which is crucial if your supported person damages something in your home.
Most mortgage lenders don’t understand Shared Lives. It doesn’t fit the usual boxes – not renting, not fostering, and not a traditional business. Our specialist partners understand Shared Lives – and that makes all the difference.
Become a member today – call 0151 227 3499
