Life Shared

02/04/2026

Easter is a reminder of how important it is to feel connected - to share moments, stories, and everyday life with others.

At Life Shared, we see the magic that happens when people open their homes and hearts. A shared meal, a laugh in the kitchen, a simple “how was your day?” - these are the moments that turn houses into homes.

This Easter, we hope you feel that sense of belonging, whether you are surrounded by family, friends, or your chosen community.

Happy Easter from all of us!

24/03/2026

Why do we say Home Companion and not Sharer?

At Life Shared, language is not just about labels, it is about values. That’s why we use the term Home Companion instead of “sharer” when referring to the person who moves in to support and connect with a Home Provider.

“Sharer” might describe the logistics - sharing a home or space. But a Home Companion captures something more meaningful. It reflects the heart of what this arrangement is all about: mutual support, connection, and presence.
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Home Companions are not just housemates, they are people who bring warmth, reliability, and friendship into a household. In return, they benefit from a safe, affordable place to live and the chance to be part of something truly human.
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By using Home Companion, we honour the intention behind Life Shared: building relationships and sharing lives.💙

12/03/2026

Bringing people, homes and support together!

We make it simple to find the right housing, companionship and care solutions - so everyone can feel supported, connected and at home. 💙

Find out more on our website https://lifeshared.com.au

13/10/2025

Home Sharing could be part of the housing solution — but only if we get the rules right.

With millions of spare bedrooms across Australia, informal boarding or home share arrangements could help ease the housing crisis today. But without clear legal protections, both hosts and boarders are left vulnerable.

Our General Manager, Jacinta Duffy, spoke with the ABC about why we need better regulation — not just to unlock housing, but to support ageing in place, community connection, and safe, affordable living.

At Life Shared, we’re working to make regulated, supported home share arrangements a safe and viable option for more Australians — especially older people and those seeking affordable housing.

If you or someone you know could benefit from a regulated monitoring arrangement — as a host or a boarder — please get in touch with us at Life Shared.

Read the article: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-10-12/boarders-legal-rights-victoria-housing-crisis/105865694

Australia has 13 million spare rooms, according to a census data analysis. Could boarding be a solution to the housing crisis?

12/09/2025

Yesterday was a special moment! I had the chance to be interviewed by Prue Bentley on ABC Radio’s Statewide (Victoria) program!

I shared my personal journey, starting as a home companion in my twenties and how almost a decade of experience in the aged care sector has shaped the vision behind Life Shared Home Share.

We explored how intergenerational home share arrangements, when supported by strong legal, risk, and governance frameworks, can be joyful, safe, and mutually enriching.

One of my favourite moments was hearing from an ABC listener who had welcomed three different home sharers into her country town home, two of whom were nurses from the local hospital. Her story was such a beautiful example of the power of shared living.

A big thank you to ABC Statewide (Victoria) for the opportunity to showcase the impact Life Shared is making. 💙