Housing in exchange for service
The “Accommodation in exchange for services” category brings together ToitChezMoi resources related to supportive cohabitation: a room in exchange for a caring presence and small everyday services.
It covers accommodation in exchange for services, practical organization, best practices, and points to consider (framework, expectations, communication) to help hosts and cohabitants build successful relationships. You will also find insights on caring for seniors, student housing, family life, and childcare.
Browse the articles to better understand this topic and move forward step by step, whether you are offering a room or looking for a more humane housing solution.
Trends and innovations in home care: how technology and solidarity are changing the game
The home care sector is undergoing a revolution, with trends and innovations constantly emerging. Between an aging population, growing needs for support, and new expectations regarding services, it is becoming urgent to innovate. Fortunately, many solutions are emerging to make home care more humane, effective, and sustainable. […]
19/06/2025
Shared living: a social innovation strengthening communities!
Shared living is redefining housing through a simple model: housing in exchange for services. Accessible, human, and affordable, this form of social innovation allows people to reduce living costs while building meaningful connections.
06/06/2025
Finding housing as a young professional: a smarter, affordable solution
Finding housing at the start of your career can be challenging. Discover why housing in exchange for services is a flexible, affordable, and human solution for young professionals.
23/05/2025
Housing in exchange for intimate favours: ToitChezMoi’s clear position
Listings offering free or low-cost accommodation in exchange for intimate favours are a concerning reality on some platforms. Illegal and unsafe, they expose vulnerable individuals to significant risks. Discover why these practices must be condemned.
27/04/2024
Can I host refugees in my home? A practical guide
Understand refugee status and learn how to help in a practical way through housing solutions. A human and safe approach to welcoming and supporting people in need.
05/05/2022
Travel the world with housing in exchange for services
Traveling the world without blowing your budget is possible. With housing in exchange for services, enjoy free accommodation in return for a few hours of help, while living a unique and authentic experience.
17/02/2022
Support at home through housing in exchange for services
The situation of disability in France In France, 12 million people (OCIRP) are affected by a disability, representing 20% of the population. This figure could approach 40% when considering temporary disability situations. There are different types of disabilities which are classified into 5 main categories: motor, sensory, psychological, mental […]
27/01/2022
Affordable tutoring: housing in exchange for services
Private tutoring can quickly become expensive for families. Discover a simple and affordable solution: housing in exchange for services, allowing you to get help with homework at home while reducing your expenses.
13/01/2022
Are you going on winter vacation? Call someone to watch over your home
The French take advantage of their Christmas holidays to travel During this health crisis period, the destination favored by the French remains the hexagon. Outside of the mainland, the destinations favored by the French are Luxembourg, Switzerland, Belgium, Spain, and Italy. Those under 30 travel more during their holidays […]
23/12/2021
An empty room? Offer it in exchange for services!
Housing in exchange for services is becoming an ideal solution for seniors with a spare room who wish to remain safely in their own home. In return for accommodation, they benefit from daily support and a reassuring presence. Flexible, affordable and human, this model also suits families and individuals looking for practical help while creating meaningful social connections.
17/06/2021
Cohabitation in exchange for services: the new solution to the housing crisis
Finding housing is difficult when you are young in the workforce… Whether you are a student, a recent graduate, or a worker, it is always hard to find the el dorado…. Know that a new concept is emerging: housing in exchange for a service. This concept is based on living with a Host-host (this can be in a family, […]
14/01/2021
Do you feel lonely and have a room available?
Whether you are a senior or a young professional, living alone, especially in these times of health crisis where social exclusion further deepens loneliness, is becoming increasingly unbearable for many. Offering a room can be an ideal solution. You are alone but have space to welcome someone […]
12/01/2021