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Could you host Matthew? A room for 3 months

Hosting Matthew would give a hardworking a retail supervisor the stability to find a new place.

🇺🇸 94674, Oakland, California, United States554 views
Matthew H. Vargas
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Oakland
After being laid off and unable to cover rent, I'm temporarily without a home. I work as a retail supervisor in Oakland 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 3 months. I can pay $270 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. You're what makes this possible, and I'll never forget it.
effort
2–4 months
format
In person in Oakland
skills
a spare room, hospitality
#housing#host#short-term

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People who offered to help

  • Yana Tetiana Pavlenko 🇷🇺 Accepted

    i live about 18 km from Oakland. I can help at the weekend, tell me what you need.

  • Min-seo Soo-jin Bae 🇰🇷

    I live about 15 km from Oakland. I can help at the weekend, tell me what you need. Flexible on timing.

Reviews

2.8(8 reviews)

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  • Travis T. Mosley🇺🇸Verified donor
    Would recommend to anyone

    Perfect example of someone making a real difference. They took time out of their busy schedule to help me and never made me feel like a burden.

  • Pallavi N. Deshpande🇮🇳Verified donor
    Professional and kind

    I had a complex problem and this person helped me navigate it step by step. Their expertise combined with their kindness made all the difference.

  • Lydia F. Edwards🇦🇺Verified helper
    Great help in a difficult time

    This is the kind of person who restores your faith in humanity. They didn't just offer help; they genuinely cared about my wellbeing and followed through on every commitment.

  • Marie Emilia Neumann🇩🇪Verified helper
    Practical and effective help

    The support I received was beyond what I expected. Not only did they help with the immediate need, but they also provided guidance for long-term solutions. I'm forever grateful.

  • Joseph Mugisha Lubega🇰🇪Verified helper
    Exactly what I needed

    This experience has restored my faith in the goodness of people. The helper was professional, knowledgeable, and genuinely cared about my outcome.

  • Wagner Leandro Borges🇧🇷Verified donor
    Amazing support system

    The support I received was beyond what I expected. Not only did they help with the immediate need, but they also provided guidance for long-term solutions. I'm forever grateful.

  • Sorcha N. Regan🇮🇪Verified helper
    Delivered on promises

    I was nervous about reaching out, but this person made me feel comfortable and supported from the very first interaction. Their help was invaluable.

  • Budi Wawan Sutanto🇮🇩Verified donor
    Really cared about my situation

    I was struggling and didn't know where to turn. This person stepped in without hesitation and provided exactly what I needed. Their compassion and expertise made all the difference in my life.

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  • Amparo F. Núñez

    Thinking of you, Matthew. A secure home matters so much. Hope you're settled soon. Blessings.

    • Danielle L. Jones

      Thanks for sharing this. I hope your landlord gives you a bit more time while this comes together. We had a similar scare last year, I know what it feels like. Love from Haifa.

      • Do-hyun Do-yoon Song

        Hope things get better soon, Matthew. Shared this with my family. God bless.

        • Ella E. BeckID verified

          Everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes. My sister had a similar thing happen so this one hit home. Love from Mar del Plata.

          • Vinícius Daniel Moreira

            Sending strength. Gave what I could, wish it was more. We're a small family in Embakasi but we're thinking of you. Love from Embakasi

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