Become a Life Sharing Host Family with Abound Health
Make a Lasting Impact by Welcoming Someone Into Your Home and Daily Life
Location: Williamsport, PA & Surrounding Communities
Position Type: Contract
Organization: Abound Health
Abound Health is seeking a caring, structured, and routine-oriented Host Family in or near Williamsport, Pennsylvania to support a 26-year-old man who is ready to grow his independence through Life Sharing. He currently lives with family, and while this is not an emergency placement, his team believes he will thrive with a non-relative who can offer consistent expectations, patient guidance, and a calm, supportive home environment.
This opportunity is ideal for individuals or families who value routine, enjoy community involvement, and are committed to helping someone build confidence and daily living skills through steady, relationship-based support.
About the Individual
He is a capable, friendly, and community-minded young adult who benefits from structure and predictable routines. At home, he may become argumentative when prompted by family members, but he responds well to clear expectations and consistent follow-through from non-relatives. He does best in environments where routines are steady, communication is calm, and household expectations are clear. Remaining close to Williamsport is important, as regular visits with his family are a positive and meaningful part of his life.
His Interests
He would thrive with a Host Family who enjoys:
• Video games
• Music, especially local concerts and First Friday events
• Getting out into the community for walkable activities
• Learning new skills, including his goal of learning to play guitar
• Staying active and engaged through nearby outings, events, and hobbies
He enjoys being part of a household that participates in community life and encourages him to explore his interests.
What Is Life Sharing?
Life Sharing is a person-centered residential model where an individual becomes a fully integrated member of a family’s home and community. It focuses on long-term relationships, independence, and meaningful daily experiences within a natural home setting. As a Host Family, you provide not just a place to live — but a sense of belonging, stability, and purpose.
What You’ll Do as a Life Sharing Host Family
• Provide a safe, stable, and welcoming home
• Support daily living skills, routines, and healthy habits
• Offer mentorship, companionship, and emotional support
• Encourage community involvement and recreational activities
• Help him stay active through walkable, local outings
• Collaborate with Abound Health to follow person-centered plans
• Promote independence, dignity, and personal growth
Why Become a Life Sharing Family?
• Transform a Life: Help a young man grow his independence and confidence
• Build Deep Connections: Form a meaningful, long-term relationship
• Work From Home: Provide support while maintaining your own routines
• Receive Support & Compensation: Host Families receive a daily stipend and ongoing training
• 24/7 Support: Abound Health provides emergency support, respite coordination, and clinical consultation
Host Family Requirements
To qualify, families must:
• Be Pennsylvania residents (Williamsport area strongly preferred)
• Be at least 21 years old
• Pass required background checks (FBI, child abuse, criminal)
• Complete home inspections and meet safety standards
• Provide personal and professional references
• Participate in interviews and a matching assessment
• Be willing to include him in meals, routines, activities, and family life
Training Provided at No Cost
All Host Families receive:
• ODP-approved Life Sharing Orientation
• Fire Safety & Emergency Preparedness
• Medication Administration (if applicable)
• Individual Rights & Person-Centered Planning
• Ongoing annual training (e.g., trauma-informed care, dignity & respect)
Additional Details
• Contract Position: Host Families are independent contractors
• Flexible Matching: We work closely with you to ensure compatibility
• Ongoing Support: 24/7 emergency assistance, respite options, and case management
How to Apply
If you’re interested in supporting this young man through Life Sharing — or want to learn more about becoming a Host Family — please contact:
Abound Health proudly supports inclusive, diverse families of all backgrounds and compositions. Join us in building relationships that change lives — one home at a time.
Equal Opportunity Statement
Abound Health is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, disability/handicap status, or any other legally protected characteristic.
Skills Required
- Be a Pennsylvania resident (Williamsport area strongly preferred)
- Be at least 21 years old
- Pass required background checks (FBI, child abuse, criminal)
- Complete home inspections and meet safety standards
- Provide personal and professional references
- Participate in interviews and a matching assessment
- Be willing to include the individual in meals, routines, activities, and family life
- Be willing to serve as an independent contractor
- Complete ODP-approved Life Sharing orientation and required trainings (fire safety, emergency preparedness, medication administration if applicable)
What We Do
Abound Health is a leading provider of healthcare solutions dedicated to empowering individuals of all ages with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) and complex medical needs. Operating in North Carolina, Pennsylvania, and New Jersey, they offer a wide range of person-centered services, including residential support, day programs, and behavioral health interventions, integrating advanced healthcare technology to improve outcomes and care delivery.
