Imagine a somewhat atypical flatshare in which a senior lives with a young student... Does that seem impossible to you? Yet intergenerational flatsharing is gaining more and more followers, especially in large cities where the amount of rent is soaring. Explanations.
Intergenerational flatmate:the clash of generations
At a time when rents in big cities are constantly increasing, all means are good for students to save some money. At the same time, many older people are isolated and often live in homes with a vacant bedroom. It is in response to these two issues that intergenerational colocation was born. The principle ? An elderly person offers part of their accommodation for free or at a low rate to a student. In return, the young person undertakes to render services to the senior or quite simply helps him to get out of isolation by sharing a few meals, talking from time to time, going for walks or sharing all kinds of activities. .
Intergenerational shared accommodation has advantages for both the elderly person and the young student:
Which contract for this type of rental?
Intergenerational shared accommodation has been regulated since November 2018 by the Elan law. To embark on this adventure, you can sign a "solidarity intergenerational cohabitation contract". The senior and the young are free to define the terms of their contract themselves. It is advisable to be accompanied by an association to draw up this rental contract.
Four tips for a successful cohabitation
To ensure that the young-senior roommate takes place in the best conditions, here are some tips:
Get away from roommates between young students or young workers! To save money and live a unique experience, intergenerational shared accommodation seems to be an ideal solution. If you are under 30, take the plunge and embark on this great solidarity adventure.