Home Share on the Public Airways

Perhaps it’s a sign that home sharing will be increasingly important as we weather the challenging economic times ahead.  Perhaps it’s just coincidence.  Either way, we were excited to be contacted by two separate public broadcasting reporters, each of whom is preparing an in-depth look at home sharing in our state.

First up is Nina Keck, of Vermont Public Radio.  She is producing a segment that will also be broadcast on National Public Radio.  Nina is particularly interested in exploring the diversity of home sharing, with a focus on the wide age range and economic circumstances among home providers.  Nina’s piece, which features an interview with a participant in the Home Share of Central Vermont program, will air Thanksgiving week.

Then in December, look for “Vermont Public Square“ on Vermont Public Television.  Producer Kristin Carlson has been doing a series of Public Square programs on affordability.  December’s show examines affordability for seniors, including the option of home sharing.  Kristin will be interviewing HSCVT staff in our Barre office next week before heading out to interview a home sharing match in Orange.  

We’re pleased to work with both Nina and Kristin.  Their thoughtful reporting will spread the word on the services offered by both Home Share of Central Vermont and our sister program in Burlington, HomeShare Vermont, and let many Vermonters in need of our help know where to turn.