Date: May 24, 2025
Author: Gage (Community Builder)
Living next to my support person is more than convenience—it’s about building a small, caring community. Here’s how I plan to make our tiny-home duo thrive:
Clear Roles & Privacy
- My support roommate and I have “office hours” so we both get quiet time.
- We agreed that grocery runs and light housekeeping are their help tasks; I handle cooking and decorating our shared breezeway lounge.
Shared vs. Personal Spaces
- My home: All my art supplies and personal library.
- Support home: Their workspace and private zone.
- Breezeway lounge: A comfy loveseat, a small table for board games, and fairy lights for evening chats.
Regular Check-Ins
- Every Sunday evening we review the week ahead: meal plans, appointments, and any errands.
- Monthly “tiny-home potluck” on our little shared deck—neighbors are welcome!
Emergency & Communication Plan
- A laminated list of emergency contacts and our personalized evacuation map hangs by the breezeway door.
- We keep a shared GroupMe chat for quick updates—whether it’s a sudden power outage or celebrating that I finally mastered online banking.
Community Goal: By next quarter, I’d love to host a block cookout with nearby tiny-home neighbors—food, music, and new friends!
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