Weekend Argus (Saturday Edition)
CO-LIVING HAPPILY EVER AFTER
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.