Ategi

Ategi supports and empowers people through our services to achieve positive changes in their lives.

We pride ourselves on being a friendly charity with a reputation for offering excellent quality support. We have a committed team of staff, trustees, volunteers and a network of amazing independent Shared Lives carers as well as the many people Ategi supports.

We are passionate about the development of our dedicated staff and Shared Lives carers, and, through careful recruitment and training, we ensure that our values are embedded in the approach of those we work with.

Supporting people to live their lives

We provide person-centred support to people who need support to live their best life. The people we support are unique, common reasons people need support are due to:

• A physical disability
• Learning disability
• Autism
• Mental ill health
• Homelessness & addictions
• Needing support after leaving hospital
• Or moving on from children's services

Our support is tailored to each person, supporting them to develop their confidence, skills and increase their independence.

Could you be a Shared Lives carer?

Are you a caring person looking for more than just a job — but a meaningful role that fits around your life?

Becoming an Ategi Shared Lives carer could be the perfect opportunity. It’s flexible, rewarding work from home, where you make a real difference in someone’s life.

As a Shared Lives carer, you’ll open your home and heart to an adult with additional needs, supporting them to build life skills, achieve their personal goals, and live more independently — their way.

You’ll be more than a carer; you’ll be a trusted companion and guide, helping someone live a fuller, more confident life as part of your family.

And the best part? You’ll do this rewarding work from home, with flexible hours that fit around your life. It’s not just a job — it’s a meaningful career where every day makes a real difference.

What can Shared Lives carers expect from Ategi?

Shared Lives carers can expect regular support from Ategi, both face to face, on-line and over the phone. We will provide ongoing advice, as well as practical and emotional support. Shared Lives carers will be given training throughout their time to ensure Ategi provide the best possible support. Some of this will be required, and other training opportunities will be additional depending on the carers skills and needs, and the person the carer is supporting.

Will I have a choice about who stays in my home?

It is very important that everyone involved is clear about what they want and what they can offer. A big part of our work will be to try and match you with an adult who has similar interests and lifestyle. This may mean that finding the right person for you to support in your home will take longer. We try to make sure our carers are only introduced to people we think are a good match. Once we've found a suitable match, we arrange for everyone to meet each other to see how they get on. This may take several visits, but Ategi will ensure that both parties feel comfortable with the idea before Shared Lives agreements are made. The final choice lies with the individual and the Shared Lives carer.

If I become a Shared Lives carer will someone have to move in?

Not at all! The type of arrangement you choose is flexible to you. You might start off offering Shared Days, where someone comes and spends the day with you; or you could offer Short Breaks/respite, where you someone stays with you for 1+ days. It's flexible to you.

Our values

Ategi supports each person individually, recognising their strengths, abilities and goals. All of our work - with people we support, carers, staff and volunteers is underpinned by our five values.