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Could you host Gerhard? A room for 3 months
After a house fire, Gerhard needs a safe, quiet room in Johannesburg for 2 months while getting back on their feet.
🇿🇦 Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa1,588 views
After a house fire, I'm temporarily without a home. I work as a care assistant in Johannesburg and I have a steady income, but I can't find a place that will let me in without the first month, a deposit and references that I'm in the middle of replacing.
I'm looking for a spare room for 2 months. I can pay $100 a month toward bills, I'm tidy and quiet, and I'd be happy to help with cooking, shopping or yard work. I have no pets, I don't smoke, and I have three personal and work references.
I understand that inviting a stranger into your home is a big step. I'd be glad to meet in a public place first and to share my work details.
Thank you so much.
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- 2–4 months
- format
- In person in Johannesburg
- skills
- a spare room, hospitality
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Hope it all works out. I was in a similar spot a few years ago and it did get better. I went through something like this 6 years ago and strangers helped me out. Take care.
thanks for sharing this, Gerhard. I hope your landlord gives you a bit more time while this comes together. All the best.
Praying for you, Gerhard. I hope your landlord gives you a bit more time while this comes together
Best of luck. I was in a similar spot a few years ago and it did get better. Thinking of Johannesburg.