Ategi People Stories

Trevor has been with Supported Living over 16 years. Trevor used to play golf as a little boy, and had kept his trophy from childhood.

Grazela is one of our Shared Lives carers from South Gloucestershire. She’s been supporting Wendy for 24 years since, she was 8 years old.

Sarah, who is supported through Supported Living, tells us how being around horses has really helped her.

Gary was a victim of cuckooing by a London gang. Find out how Ty Cornel supported him build his confidence, learn to trust and build positive relationships again.

Before Shirley lived in Ty Cornel she struggled with a drinking problem and an unhealthy lifestyle. Since she's been supported by Ty Cornel her life has been turned around. 

Kath and John have been Shared Lives carers with Ategi for 20 years, moving naturally into this role after years of fostering children.

Victoria was on the cusp of retirement when she decided to embark on a new adventure...becoming a Shared Lives carer.

Christine and Stephen have been nurturing people through Shared Lives for over thirty years.

Since 2010, Chif has been supported by his Shared Lives carer, Liz, in Buckinghamshire. Chif's story is a testament to the transformative power of community support, faith, and perseverance.

A journey of friendship embraced through 10 years of Shared Lives in Cardiff. Meet Carol and Annalise.

Juliet is one of our dedicated Shared Lives carers in Buckinghamshire. She's been supporting people for 37 years! Read about her story and the 4 ladies she supports.

Hazel is a dedicated Shared Lives carer who lives on a farm in Fulmer, Buckinghamshire. The farm Hazel lives on with Roy is home to a variety of animals, including chickens, pigs, lambs, calves, a ram, and a boar named Barney. Hazel currently has one lady living with her full-time through Shared Lives, Hillie. 

Martin & Liz are Short Break carers based in South Gloucestershire. They support Martin's father and their son Stephen, who has severe learning disabilities and autism. Read about their journey to becoming Shared Lives Short Breaks carers.

An incredible transformation story that shows the power of giving people the person-centred support they need to live their best life, their way.

Gina is supported by Ategi through Supported Living, but before that, she used to find it challenging just to leave the house.

Kim and Gary, two of our brilliant carers in Central Bedfordshire, share with us their transition from foster care to Shared Lives.