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Doubling Up: The New Frontier in Post-Divorce Living  w/Carmel Boss image

Doubling Up: The New Frontier in Post-Divorce Living w/Carmel Boss

E345 · Journey Beyond Divorce Podcast
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In the aftermath of divorce, single parents face daunting challenges, with affordable housing often standing out as one of the most pressing. The financial burden can be overwhelming, compounded by the emotional toll of managing a household alone while striving to provide stability for their children.

 

Episode Highlights:

 

  • Partnering for Solutions: Explore the innovative concept of single parents partnering with each other to share housing. By pooling resources, single parents not only split costs and chores but also offer mutual emotional support and companionship, creating a supportive environment for themselves and their children.

 

  • Benefits and Challenges: Delve into the advantages of these shared living arrangements, such as financial relief and community support, while also addressing the complexities and potential conflicts that can arise. Learn about the importance of clear agreements and effective communication in making these arrangements successful.

 

Guest Spotlight:  Carmel Boss

 

  • Who is Carmel Boss: Carmel Boss, founder of CoAbode, shares her personal journey from being a newly divorced single parent to pioneering a movement in shared housing among single moms. Learn how her initiative has helped countless single parents find affordable housing solutions and build nurturing communities for their children.
     
  • CoAdobe: CoAbode is an organization and online platform that facilitates shared housing arrangements among single mothers. It was founded by Carmel Boss, herself a single mother, who recognized the challenges faced by single moms in finding affordable housing and creating supportive communities for themselves and their children.

 

In today’s episode, we’ve explored practical strategies for single parents navigating the challenges of post-divorce life, focusing on affordable housing solutions through innovative co-living arrangements. Discover how these approaches can provide stability, support, and a sense of community for single parents and their children.

 

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