Homeshare Oxfordshire

An @ageukoxon service, bringing together older people needing practical help or companionship with people happy to help in return for affordable accommodation.

[Homeshare Oxfordshire @HomeshareOxon]

We’re stepping away from X and choosing to focus our energy on platforms that offer safer, more constructive and more values‑aligned ways to connect.

Follow us at:
Facebook: https://t.co/Rcd6GqRi8i
Instagram: https://t.co/SI9nqFsLFt
LinkedIn: https://t.co/rLyOcPRDFB

[Homeshare Oxfordshire @HomeshareOxon]

🌟💜It’s #HomeshareUKWeek @Homeshare_UK! Homeshare matches householders with someone who can offer 10hrs/week of help & companionship in return for accommodation.

Watch our video to learn more: https://t.co/mLc5q6Q6nV or visit our website: https://t.co/iLJZoy9fqQ @OxfordshireCC

[Homeshare Oxfordshire @HomeshareOxon]

It's #HomeshareWeek2025 and we join Homeshare organisations across the country in celebrating the big difference that these living arrangements can make for all involved.

[Homeshare Oxfordshire @HomeshareOxon]

As a member of both @Homeshare_UK and @HomeshareIntl we were delighted to be ask to lead a workshop at the International Congress in Trento, Italy. Truly inspiring to be part of, alongside Homeshare providers from all corners of the globe. Read more here: https://t.co/fLZvLY6X9Q

[Homeshare UK @Homeshare_UK]

It's #HomeshareWeek2024 in the UK this week, but Homeshare is a global movement, and an international network of providers who share and learn from each other.

Marian from @homeshareoxon attended this year's World Homeshare Congress in Italy.

https://t.co/W4iRJ8Et76

[Homeshare Oxfordshire @HomeshareOxon]

It's great to have the support of @OxfordshireCC
in telling people about our local Oxfordshire Homeshare service.
#homeshareweek2024 #HomeshareUKNetwork

[Homeshare Oxfordshire @HomeshareOxon]

So pleased to share our new film about Homesharing in Oxfordshire & looking forward to hearing from people who may benefit from a Homeshare arrangement with us. Please help us to spread the word!

https://t.co/TYMjhqI0lz

@AgeUKOxon @HomeshareUK @HomeshareIntl @OxfordshireCC

[Homeshare Oxfordshire @HomeshareOxon]

#InternationalFriendshipDay
What a great opportunity to shout about Homeshare and Friendship and how they go hand in hand!
One of the best things is being witness to so many amazing friendships , connecting people whose paths would simply never have crossed without Homeshare.

[Homeshare Oxfordshire @HomeshareOxon]

We currently have some fully vetted, truly lovely people, who have chosen to live with an older person and who are looking for Homeshare accommodation in Oxfordshire.
Don't hesitate to get in touch to find out more https://t.co/GVj3iegvKT

[Homeshare Oxfordshire @HomeshareOxon]

Great to hear that 8 out of 10 people would consider intergenerational living.
In Oxfordshire more and more people are valuing the benefits of Homesharing, including Joan and Ausra in a Homeshare Oxfordshire match. Read more from @Homeshare_UK here:
https://t.co/HQRUT4umlC

[Homeshare Oxfordshire @HomeshareOxon]

A lovely piece in @Telegraph by writer and former Homesharer @benaitken85 featuring one of our 'very own' Oxford matches, alongside others from fellow @Homeshare_UK network members @LCCHomeshare and @HomeshareG

https://t.co/y2F3YdTDtm

[Homeshare Oxfordshire @HomeshareOxon]

It’s out!
We’re really looking forward to welcoming someone into this role. Can't wait to have the additional resource and for more people to benefit from the brilliant thing that is Homeshare!
@HomeshareUK @HomeshareIntl
#homeshare #sharedliving

[Age UK Oxfordshire @AgeUKOxon]

Our Homeshare service, @HomeshareOxon, is looking to recruit a Homeshare Assistant. To support the service manager with the efficient and effective day-to-day running of the service, the recruitment of new householders and sharers and facilitating matches.
https://t.co/zVZAcIK7qK

[Homeshare Oxfordshire @HomeshareOxon]

Brilliant news that we've been awarded funding from the Department for Health and Social Care’s Accelerating Reform Fund, to help expand our service, enabling us to bring support and peace of mind to more older people locally. Read more here - https://t.co/yBLwXUI7Df
@AgeUKOxon

[Homeshare Oxfordshire @HomeshareOxon]

"For example, older people are less likely to be offered talking therapies for mental health, as it is seen as a ’normal’ part of getting older. "
= completely wrong

[Age UK Oxfordshire @AgeUKOxon]

Ageism shows up in everyday life in lots of different ways.

For example, older people are less likely to be offered talking therapies for mental health, as it is seen as a ’normal’ part of getting older.

Join us in learning more - https://t.co/L4hwdjpkVw #AgeWithoutLimits

[Homeshare Oxfordshire @HomeshareOxon]

As a member of the @Homeshare_UK network we delighted to have received funding to enable us to develop the Homeshare provision across Oxfordshire - bringing piece of mind to older people whilst providing welcoming & affordable accommodation to people happy to lend a hand.

[Ewan King @ewandking]

Brilliant news for #sharedlives and homeshare today. @Helen_Whately said: ‘I’ve seen first-hand how Shared Lives helps people who need care, and I’m delighted this funding will scale up support and make an even bigger difference for more people.’ https://t.co/AokvBrP5Ls

[Homeshare Oxfordshire @HomeshareOxon]

@ewandking @Homeshare_UK @Helen_Whately Brilliant news indeed

[Homeshare Oxfordshire @HomeshareOxon]

Another busy, varied and uplifting Homeshare Oxfordshire week ends with a whopping 6 new, wonderful & countywide Homeshare opportunities.

Do take a look and please tell people: https://t.co/GVj3iegvKT

@HomeshareIntl
@Homeshare_UK

[Homeshare Oxfordshire @HomeshareOxon]

A whole raft of wonderful new Homeshare opportunities across Oxfordshire for friendly, helpful & responsible people who are looking for affordable accommodation and would enjoy living with an older person. Please do help us get the word out
@Homeshare_UK
https://t.co/1aVv4UlP8i

[Homeshare Oxfordshire @HomeshareOxon]

Great to see one our very own wonderful #oxfordshire Homeshare matches featured in a @Homeshare_UK blog during #homeshareweek2023

https://t.co/S4Gg9dxX3L

[Homeshare Oxfordshire @HomeshareOxon]

And we are one such network member (currently with a number of recently interviewed people, with great references and DBS checks underway, looking for Homeshare accommodation and looking forward to lending a hand!)

[Homeshare UK @Homeshare_UK]

#Homeshare helps people to stay #independent in the places they love to live & builds #communityconnections. Our UK network of Homeshare organisations provide peace of mind for all involved, with specialised support in their local area: https://t.co/dkZnmQbCEv