Companion Housing Education
Live a happier and healthier life with companion housing, let us show you how.
Companion Housing
We are naturally social creatures, living among like-minded people has shown to improve health and happiness. Companion housing is the act of sharing a home with one or more people that share common interests and personalities. The intention is to create a mutually beneficial home environment that provides tremendous social, economic, and health benefits. This education course will teach you about the benefits of companion housing, how it works, and how to get started. Companion housing is for people of all ages so get started today!
Why should I?
If you can envision a healthier and happier version of yourself, this course may be for you. If you have a loved one who could benefit from having a companion in their life, this course may be for you. If you believe in practicing a more sustainable and socially responsible lifestyle, this course may be for you.
We want to help you reach your goals of living a happy, independent, and healthy life. This course is a tool that can help you get there.
Course content
Module 1
Introduction
History, how it works, types of arrangements
Module 2
Benefits & limitations
Determine if companion housing is for you
Module 3
Choosing companions
Finding and interviewing housing companions
Module 4
Getting ready
How to prepare yourself and your home
Module 5
House rules
How to structure your household and rules
Module 6
Home environment
How to resolve conflicts and maintain a happy home
Module 7
Move-out
How to end a living arrangement and move-out process
Module 8
Conclusion
Final takeaways and helpful resources
What people are saying
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Companion housing education is a vital component to help older adults age in place. I am a firm believer in the benefits, I wish everyone would try it.
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I believe there has never been a more important time for companion housing. COVID-19 has had a devastating impact, companion housing is one solution that can help us recover and increase our resilience.
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Companion housing is not just having a roommate. It is a way to reimagine how we live and use our homes. If you have been living alone for a while you need to take this course.
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We are thrilled that the long awaited educational program that Happipad has been working on is finally here. The broad accessibility of this program will provide individuals and organizations across Canada the information and guidelines they have long needed to succeed
