{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/6570b96dee84810012406f0c/693f8ae6f3a6f9e20af03dd8?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"COHOUSING with Trish Becker and Dyan Wiley","thumbnail_width":200,"thumbnail_height":200,"thumbnail_url":"https://open-images.acast.com/shows/6570b96dee84810012406f0c/1765771970637-78d4ee9f-1941-4a0f-8f34-d24bf479412b.jpeg?height=200","description":"<p>Decluttering 55 Plus with Michelle Passoff explores decluttering not just physical items but also different aspects of life that may be holding people back. In this episode, Michelle discusses co-housing as an alternative living arrangement for seniors with guests&nbsp;<strong>Trish Becker</strong>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<strong>Diane Wiley</strong>.&nbsp;</p><p><br></p><p>Core Principles of Co-Housing:</p><p><br></p><p>*Shared Space: Private homes with communal areas like dining rooms, gardens, and recreational facilities.</p><p>*Shared Stuff: Reduces personal clutter and resource waste.</p><p>*Shared Time &amp; Values: Encourages communal decision-making, mutual support, and sustainability.</p><p>*Diversity in Co-Housing: Communities are typically diverse in beliefs, but they share values like sustainability and connectedness.</p><p>*Senior Co-Housing: A specialized model offering a community-focused alternative to traditional retirement communities. Unlike for-profit senior housing, senior co-housing is self-managed and fosters independence.</p><p>*Co-Housing vs. Retirement Communities: Co-housing emphasizes self-governance and active participation, while retirement communities are typically managed by external organizations.</p><p><br></p><p>Follow Trish for more by visiting this&nbsp;<a href=\"https://www.linkedin.com/in/trish-becker-hafnor-312465a/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">link</a>.</p><p>Follow Dyan for more by visiting this&nbsp;<a href=\"https://www.linkedin.com/in/dyan-wiley-b2b02414/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">link</a>.</p><p><br></p><p>Stay connected and inspired—follow me on social media!</p><p>Website:&nbsp;<a href=\"https://decluttering55plus.com/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https://decluttering55plus.com/</a></p><p>Facebook:&nbsp;<a href=\"https://www.facebook.com/decluttering55plus\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https://www.facebook.com/decluttering55plus</a></p><p>Instagram:&nbsp;<a href=\"https://www.instagram.com/decluttering55plus\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https://www.instagram.com/decluttering55plus</a></p><p>LinkedIn:&nbsp;<a href=\"https://www.linkedin.com/company/decluttering55plus/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https://www.linkedin.com/company/decluttering55plus\\</a></p><p><br></p><p>And also don’t forget to subscribe on my YouTube Channel!&nbsp;<a href=\"https://www.youtube.com/@Decluttering55plus\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https://www.youtube.com/@Decluttering55plus</a></p><p><br></p><p>Discover practical wisdom to simplify life—check out my book:</p><p><strong>Decluttering 55+: Wisdoms to Create a Legacy, Not a Mess</strong></p><p>Link:&nbsp;<a href=\"https://www.amazon.com/Decluttering-55-Wisdoms-Michelle-Passoff/dp/B0DY88FQBS/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https://www.amazon.com/Decluttering-55-Wisdoms-Michelle-Passoff/dp/B0DY88FQBS/</a></p>","author_name":"Michelle Passoff"}