Intergenerational Cohabitation
The "Intergenerational Living" category is designed for those looking to build meaningful connections while finding a more human and supportive housing solution.
This category brings together a variety of resources, with articles offering advice, explanations and best practices to better understand and successfully experience intergenerational cohabitation.
It also highlights solutions such as housing in exchange for services, particularly through intergenerational living, which helps reduce senior isolation, address housing challenges and encourage daily support and social connection.
The benefits of housing in exchange for services for seniors
Housing in exchange for services is a positive alternative to a retirement home because it allows the senior to stay in their environment, close to their loved ones, while being reassured by the presence of a Cohabitant who provides help and skills. The advantages of housing in exchange for services for seniors are numerous and deserve to be considered. […]
27/04/2024
Students, job seekers: Are you familiar with supportive intergenerational cohabitation?
ToitChezMoi connects Hosts over 60 years old who share part of their home with a young person under 30. They have a dual objective; to strengthen social bonds and facilitate access to housing for young people. The population over 60 is increasing and many of them […]
16/09/2021
What is intergenerational housing?
With rising rents and increasing housing difficulties, intergenerational housing is becoming a solution that is both affordable and human. This supportive alternative fosters social connections while meeting the practical needs of both the host and the guest.
11/03/2020
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
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
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
How to provide concrete help to your parents?
Your parents are aging and you are looking for your alter ego to provide assistance with their new needs. For a few hours of gardening, cleaning, support or companionship during the day or night. Personal assistance is expensive for retirees Today, a retiree earns an average of 1,256 euros per month. However, they […]
10/06/2015