Understanding and succeeding in shared living – the ToitChezMoi blog
Through this blog, ToitChezMoi shares content to help better understand shared and supportive living arrangements.
Practical articles, personal stories, key considerations and best practices: this blog is for anyone interested in living in, or offering, a more human and supportive housing solution, built on trust and mutual respect.
Best practices for successful shared living !
Discover the key practices for a successful housing-in-exchange-for-services experience: clear communication, house rules, a secure framework and practical tips for a balanced relationship.
15/08/2025
Shared living in the countryside: a solution to help senior farmers and find affordable housing
Discover how housing in exchange for services helps senior farmers reduce isolation while offering young people affordable housing in the countryside. A practical, human and accessible solution.
01/08/2025
How can intergenerational cohabitation help international students?
Intergenerational living is becoming increasingly popular. This housing model, where people of different ages live together, offers many advantages—especially for international students. Discover how it can benefit you.
17/07/2025
Cohabitation and sustainability: how sharing your home reduces your carbon footprint
Shared living is not just an affordable housing solution — it is also a powerful ecological choice. By sharing a home, you reduce your carbon footprint, limit waste and embrace a more sustainable and community-driven lifestyle through housing in exchange for services.
03/07/2025
Housing benefits and service-based accommodation: can you really qualify?
Can you receive housing benefits with accommodation in exchange for services or free housing? Discover the rules, common mistakes to avoid, and how to optimise your eligibility.
24/06/2025
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 crisis: what if mutual aid became the key?
South Brittany, Basque Country, French Riviera, Paris region… These territories, among the most attractive in France, are also those where it is becoming increasingly difficult to find housing. Between soaring prices, shortage of affordable housing, and tourist pressure, many French people find themselves at an impasse. For some, looking for an alternative solution […]
05/05/2025
Free accommodation and housing benefits: what you need to know
Understanding whether you can receive housing benefits while staying somewhere for free isn’t always straightforward. Conditions, impact on benefits, and key rules explained to help you avoid mistakes and secure your situation.
02/05/2025
Why live in shared housing at 20, 40 or 60? All the benefits explained !
Cohabitation is becoming increasingly popular for a reason: it offers real benefits at any age. Whether you're 20, 40 or 60, discover how colocation can improve your daily life.
07/03/2025
Single mom: what if shared living with other women could change your daily life?
Finding housing as a single mom can be challenging. Discover how shared living between women and housing in exchange for services can reduce costs, ease isolation, and provide a safe living environment.
18/02/2025