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Entries by Emma Swinford
Food for Thought: An Introduction Into Homesharing for Homeowners
January 25, 2021 in Homeowners, Tips and Advice, Uncategorized /by Emma SwinfordRoommate Matching in the Age of Coronavirus
December 7, 2020 in Homeowners, Seekers, Uncategorized /by Emma SwinfordDeciding to make a change to your living situation is a big deal. It’s an even bigger deal during a pandemic. Having a new roommate means navigating all of the normal subjects, with the addition of COVID-19 exposure. Those get-to-know-you conversations now include things like social distancing habits, group gathering expectations, and more. Like many, […]
5 Suggestions for Roommates in a Pandemic
May 19, 2020 in Homeowners, Seekers, Tips and Advice /by Emma SwinfordThe last several months have brought enormous changes to the way we work, study, shop, travel and live. Whether we live alone or with a roommate, many of the mainstays of our lives have transformed during this pandemic. Despite these changes, one thing remains the same: we all want a safe, comfortable place to call home at the end of the day.
Whether you and your roommate have an established relationship, or you’re just getting to know each other, these helpful hints can help make sure you’re both looking out for each other.
Intergenerational Camaraderie in Challenging Times
April 14, 2020 in Homeowners, Seekers, Tips and Advice, Uncategorized /by Emma SwinfordAt Odd Couples Housing, nothing makes us smile more than the stories of people in different life stages teaming up to support each other. It’s what inspires us and our roommate matches! We’ve spoken to a few of our matches this week, and they’ve been happy to have some company while sheltering in place at home. Hearing from them was a bright spot in our week!
What are the bright spots in your week? How are you keeping your spirits up? If you need to hear some good news, we have some inspiring stories about people of all ages stepping up to help their community and cheer up their loved ones!
COVID-19 and College Students: Your Go-To Resources
March 18, 2020 in Seekers, Tips and Advice /by Emma SwinfordOdd Couples Housing works with students, and we’ve been thinking a lot about the many young people whose lives and studies have been disrupted by the pandemic. This is no normal semester for many students. Colleges and universities across the country terminated study abroad programs, moved classes online, extended spring break, and in some cases, asked students not to return to campus. For many, this is a stressful time—financially, socially, and emotionally.
Debunking The Generation Gap
February 13, 2020 in Experts in Aging, Homeowners, Seekers, Tips and Advice /by Emma SwinfordIt’s easy to make assumptions about people based on when they were born, but does our age define our opinions, talents, interests, and motivations? A study from the Cambridge University
Press on intergenerational differences in the workplace says, not so much.
Aging in the 21st Century: Challenge and Opportunity
January 2, 2020 in Experts in Aging, Homeowners, Tips and Advice /by Emma SwinfordDr. Carpenter, whose research and teaching focuses on aging, has a pulse on the challenges and opportunities of an aging society. He offers new perspectives and raises important questions about the changes we’ll face in our homes, communities, and the national front, as the U.S. population grows increasingly silver. At Odd Couples Housing, we’ve learned much from Dr. Carpenter to support our mission to create a sustainable future through inter-generational home sharing.
Four Tips to a Great Start with Your New Roommate
November 25, 2019 in Tips and Advice /by Emma SwinfordLiving situations are important parts of our lives. Whether you are older, younger, moving into a new place, opening up your home, used to roommates, or sharing space with someone for the first time, it’s important to be comfortable in your home space. Settling in with a new roommate can be an exciting time–full of opportunities to connect with someone new–but it can also bring about a sense of apprehension about the unknown. What if things don’t go as smoothly as planned? What if I need a night to myself? Could we eat dinner together sometimes?
Happy Housing Anniversary!
November 7, 2019 in Homeowners, Seekers /by Emma SwinfordOctober 23rd marked the one year anniversary of Sally and Nagesh becoming roommates. We caught up with the pair about the past year and what the Odd Couples Housing match has meant to them.
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