Weekend Argus (Saturday Edition)

CO-LIVING HAPPILY EVER AFTER

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RULES FOR ADULTS LIVING AT HOME

◆ Make financial contributi­ons towards

groceries and running costs.

◆ Help with daily chores.

◆ Keep your living areas clean and tidy.

◆ Work towards independen­ce.

◆ Respect the house rules, such as being home on time for dinner or giving notice you that won’t be.

ADVICE FOR PARENTS

◆ Set and communicat­e limits about how long your child can stay.

◆ Do not pay for all your child’s wants and needs.

◆ Help your children look for work, but do not do it for them.

◆ Allow your children space but do not allow them to bully you.

◆ Do not do everything for them, such as all their washing and ironing.

BOTH PARTIES

◆ Set and stick to ground rules.

◆ Communicat­e.

◆ Respect personal and communal space.

◆ Remember you are family, not room mates.

 ?? | SUPPLIED ?? SHARED Housework.
| SUPPLIED SHARED Housework.

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