Ronald and Margaret's story

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Ronald is in his eighties, living at home in the place he loves and wants to remain. Recently, however, Ronald had some falls at home. His confidence was shaken.

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Ronald has friends and family who live locally. But he felt he could benefit from some support at home, especially overnight / early morning / later evening.

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In the past, formal support has not met Ronald’s needs. It was not always available at times that suited Ronald.

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Ronald wanted a consistent presence in his own home, low levels of assistance from time to time and some companionship.

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Ronald has a house with more bedrooms than he needs. He approached HomeShare ACT to develop a matched and supported partnership.

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Margaret is in her sixties with adult children living interstate. She was living in shared housing with people she had little in common and no shared interests.

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Margaret wanted to move home. She was looking for somewhere local -- somewhere nice, safe and affordable. Margaret wanted a friendly shared-living environment offering companionship and conversation. Margaret was willing to offer some in-home support to the householder.

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HomeShare ACT brought Ronald and Margaret together to discuss establishing a home-sharing partnership that could meet the needs of both people.

• They decided the arrangement could work.

• With input from the HomeShare project manager Ronald and Margaret reached agreement about what the home-share partnership would involve for each partner.

• They signed a formal agreement developed with our assistance. It sets out the type and amount of support Margaret will provide. It specifies the reduced rent. 

 

Ronald and Margaret's home-share partnership began in April 2020. HomeShare ACT helps to maintain their new shared living arrangement with our ongoing support and assistance.

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For more information about HomeShare ACT contact Lee Harrison, our Project Manager, here.

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