(Note: Writing this on behalf of my Mum Deborah)
BASICS:
Seeking 2 other people who would like to team up to find a place and co sign lease agreement, sharing costs of rent and utilities split between everybody.
Looking at properties on the northside of Brisbane, with a minimum 12 month lease and potential for continuous lease renewal.
Ideally around or below the $700 a week mark so if one housemate needs to move then she and the other person can still cover the rent between them.
Mum is aiming to move during the week of 22/6 -28/6 though some flexibility is possible.
Mum can provide use of a fully equipped kitchen, fridge, washing machine, linen, lounges, TV, lawnmower, outdoor dining set and more. She will be bringing a spare queen sized bed and is happy to let someone use that while they are getting established.
Seeking reliable housemates who are financially responsible and value stability. This arrangement might suit someone who doesn't have much in the way of furniture and household items. You are of course welcome to bring your own things in too. You can discuss the finer details together.
PERSONALITY:
Mum is needs a place where she can settle in long term, making a homely environment and building her garden.
The vibe is homely and safe, but not boring. A neurodiverse -friendly space where people can feel comfortable to express themselves and live freely, while upholding a mutual uphold consideration for one another.
As for the type of people, It doesn't matter what age, gender, orientation or ethnicity, Mum is cool living with anybody, so long as there is mutual respect and safety for everybody.
Mum is in her early 60's and has a vibrant personality, her style could be described as a Whimsy goth Witchy Hippy. She loves plants, animals, art and rock music. She loves to decorate and has a lot of gothic/faerie/fantasy art tapestries etc.
Her plants are her major joy so she will be bringing most of her garden with her. It helps if housemates appreciate these similar interests but is not essential so long as they are tolerant and have a good heart.
She is on the disability pension for a back injury but manages independently around the house by resting frequently and avoiding heavy lifting.
She is friendly and warm with a great sense of humour, but also accustomed to living on her own and being comfortable in her own company.
She respects that people need privacy, space and 'switch off time'. She will take this for herself at regular intervals when needed and will honour your needs for personal space too if you state them clearly she's aware.
You are of course, welcome to have your own visitors and it's probably fine to have the occasional guest sleepover if everyone feels comfortable with them. Preferably it would be good to let each other know in advance if someone is expected. You can all discuss this together.
IMPORTANT KEY POINTS
*She will be bringing her ragdoll cat 'Donny' so it is important her housemates are okay with cats.
*She does currently smoke but is looking to get a property with an undercover patio so she can set up her outdoor dining table to smoke outside.
*Her main ask is that she needs a bedroom with an ensuite. This might mean occupying the master bedroom.
*Down the track she may enlist an NDIS support worker to drive her out to appointments and shopping etc. as she is no longer driving.
*She will likely have someone come in to assist with domestic duties. eg. at the moment someone comes fortnightly to vacuum her floors. It will only affect the living areas she uses and housemates will have plenty of notice to be aware of the visit schedule.
* Mum does drink alcohol but prefers to live with people who are not big drinkers because she is focusing on her wellbeing.
*Mum has 2 adult children who will visit occasionally, especially to help in the initial period while she is setting up. We are chill and respectful types and won't stay longer than a couple of hours max.
If this sounds like it could be a fit with you, feel free to ask me anything, once I find a potential match, Mum can jump in and have a chat so you can get to know each other. Together you can discuss further detail about how you like to live, ideals, expectations, clarify boundaries etc and decide if you're keen.