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.
COMPANION LADY: Offer accommodation in exchange for service
You or one of your loved ones feels lonely or is in a situation of dependency. You have a room to offer in exchange for a little presence or help? Call on a lady or a gentleman companion, in exchange for a free room or accommodation. A win-win relationship for both parties We […]
02/01/2019
Students looking for good deals?
Housing in exchange for services, does that ring a bell? Are you wondering if it's right for you and how to benefit from it? We offer you here the keys necessary for sharing housing in exchange for services. Follow the guide... Housing in exchange for services, free accommodation? It's when a Host, a single-parent family, a large family, or others decide to […]
18/12/2018
Do you have free time? Are you retired or on vacation? Consider Home Sitting!
Some families really cannot afford to go on vacation and the resources of retirees are sometimes no better. Between travel, accommodation, the cost of holiday outings; the budget whether you are a family or retirees is no longer enough to go away! House sitting, also called Home Sitting, is […]
05/12/2018
Companion lady: offer your services in exchange for accommodation
Offer your services as a Lady or Gentleman companion. The sense of connection, generosity, and listening skills have no age or gender and do not require any specific diploma. What to expect from this service? Your role will essentially be to enjoy exchanging and sharing moments with an elderly person and/or someone experiencing loss […]
04/12/2018
Do you need to have your house watched or looked after? Consider Home sitting
You have a large property and need to maintain or monitor it year-round or during vacations. Why not offer a family or a senior couple to take care of it? Home Sitting or house sitting is the solution: Offer to watch the house, maintain the outdoors, or take care […]
03/12/2018
Housing in exchange for services: a good deal?
Whether you are a student, looking for a job, or going through a divorce, budgets can sometimes be tight and the end of the month difficult. How then to find good housing conditions? There are several solutions to reduce this unavoidable cost that is housing, of course shared housing but unfortunately in big cities […]
19/11/2018
The 5 good deals for cheap holidays
In 2016, less than 60% of French people will go on vacation with an average summer vacation budget of 889 euros. The current socio-economic situation and declining purchasing power mean that many French people are increasingly planning their vacations. They plan them according to the budget.
22/05/2016
Issues faced by caregivers of elderly, disabled, or aging individuals.
Close caregivers are family members, friends, or neighbors. They represent 60% of caregivers and dedicate their time to performing a variety of tasks. Among these tasks, taking care of elderly people helps to facilitate the home life of dependent individuals following a disability, an illness […]
16/05/2016
Services-Particuliers.Org
Yippee, TOITCHEZMOI presents its new partner: Services-particuliers.org
01/06/2015
How to best publish your housing advertisement in exchange for services
Are you embarking on the adventure of housing in exchange for services? This type of exchange can be very rewarding for Host-hosts as well as for supportive Cohabitants. Follow our advice!
21/05/2015
Our tips to avoid burglaries this summer
Many burglaries take place during the summer season. Burglars take advantage of holiday departures to carry out their misdeeds. No panic: the TOITCHEZMOI team has thought of you. They have put together a list of tips to avoid the worst.
04/05/2015
SOS from a distressed mom
Nothing like family life to spice up your daily routine… and your end of the month! Whether you are a mom or dad, when you have one child or more, expenses add up very quickly. They can quickly represent a significant burden for families who want to organize their lives.
21/04/2015