Learn about gardening and explore nature in Gibsons, BC, Canada

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  Descripción

  Hello Folks,
  
  We are seeking a helper who can begin around Aug. 1, 2025.
  I will also need help during September, October, and November 2025.
  We prefer someone who can stay 2 months, provided we all feel it is
  a good fit. Please don't hesitate to contact us if you only have one month available.
  
  We live in Gibsons on the Sunshine Coast in B.C. Canada. The view from our property is spectacular; the ocean, mountains, and islands are magical. You can rent a kayak and explore the islands nearby. We live in an area with many artists, writers, and cultural events. The hiking is diverse, featuring waterfalls, lakes, creeks, and numerous quiet beaches ideal for swimming.
  
  It's a great location if you love nature, hiking, cycling, swimming, kayaking, and attending outdoor concerts or the Writer's Festival.
  
  
  My partner, much older than I, was a mariner who crossed the Atlantic on the Arctic Fox II with a lively crew of 9, including his 8-year-old daughter at the time. He also worked as a math professor and is keenly interested in world politics. He enjoys hearing the stories of our WorkAwayers from other countries and cultures. He has been having some short-term memory problems recently.
  
  We are both well-traveled and enjoy hosting folks from so many different cultures. I encourage my guests to chat with Ivan while chopping vegetables or making soup. We favour someone who loves cooking healthy meals, as I rarely have time. It would be a great benefit if our helper could focus on keeping the kitchen clean and ensuring no food is wasted.
  
  I am flexible and encourage each guest to find ways of helping that they enjoy. You will always have two consecutive days off or two separate days each week. We all help cook meals, and you can help yourself prepare a meal, especially lunch. I would prioritize days when I need help and other days when I need less or no assistance.
  We live in a dynamic town with many cultural events, First Nations celebrations, a Writer's festival during summer, and in the autumn, all the local artists open their homes and studios with festive snacks and interesting creations. Every season offers wonderful ways to enjoy nature, from cross-country skiing at higher elevations to swimming in our local lakes or enjoying the many secluded beaches on the Sunshine Coast. We live close to an indoor swimming pool and a recreation center with a gym.
  My hope is that we can openly communicate and make plans that are based on our needs and your plans and interests. I have lived in Gibsons, BC, Canada, for over 40 years.
  I am an ESL teacher with a Counseling Certificate, so I would be happy to help you with any language improvements or counseling needs. I have taught ESL worldwide, including one year in China and one season in Thailand.
  I love hiking, photography, swimming, fiber art, and travel adventures. I would be happy to show you some beautiful trails with great views. I am a fiber artist with a small studio, and I enjoy sharing my silk painting skills.
  My husband was a mariner, a math teacher, and has terrific stories about his life at sea. He does have cancer now and needs someone around to assist him with simple tasks.
  Sometimes, he is less talkative as he needs a lot of rest during this phase.
  
  We treat our volunteers with respect and clear communication; our goal is for everyone to enjoy life. If any of us ( Evi, Ivan, or our helper) feels that the situation is not a good fit, the arrangement can be ended. We are always happy to help you find a situation that might better suit you.
  We look forward to hearing from you. I usually meet potential helpers on WhatsApp or Zoom ahead so that we can have a conversation.
  Warmest Greetings, Evi and Ivan

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  Tipos de ayuda y oportunidades de aprendizaje

  Compañía para ancianos

  Jardinería

  Construcción y bricolaje

  Cocinar para toda la familia

  Ayuda doméstica

  Ayuda informática
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  Intereses

  

  Eventos y sociedad

  

  Política / justicia social

  

  Sostenibilidad

  

  Autodesarrollo

  

  Trabajo de caridad

  

  Cultura

  

  Cocina y alimentación

  

  Jardinería

  

  Idiomas

  

  Fotografía

  

  Escritura

  

  Dibujo y pintura

  

  Arte y diseño

  

  Libros

  

  Fitness

  

  Naturaleza

  

  Acampada

  

  Playa

  

  Deportes de invierno

  

  Deportes acuáticos

  

  Actividades al aire libre

  

  Senderismo
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  Intercambio cultural y oportunidades de aprendizaje

  I am a qualified ESL teacher and would be glad to provide some ESL classes during the week. We live in an area where hiking, kayaking, swimming and cycling are enjoyable. We have many interesting events in our area including a Writer's Festival, Craft Fairs, Outdoor free musical events, A jazz festival and many more opportunities to learn about the West Coast of Canada. I am a fiber artist and would be happy to teach techniques for painting on Silk. I would be delighted to show you some of my favourite lakes and hiking trails.

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  Ayuda

  I need a helper to assist with household tasks. Help with cooking, yard work, household chores, gardening, downsizing, decluttering, and cleaning would be greatly appreciated. I don't have the time I used to have to keep up with tasks, as I am a busy caregiver looking after my husband, as he has cancer. He still enjoys conversations and has many terrific adventures to share with you.
  
  1) elderly companionship (only conversation and reading aloud to elder) 2) House cleaning help 3) cooking of meals and serving meals 4) Driving if you have a permit (errands) 5) Gardening and yard help when needed 7) Watering plants 8) Painting a small room (optional) 9) Sweeping and mopping balcony 10) if you have repair skills often work comes up, and we have all the tools and equipment (optional)

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  Idiomas

  Idiomas hablados
  Inglés: Fluido
  Español: Principiante
  Francés: Principiante

  Este anfitrión ofrece intercambio de idiomas
  I would love to improve my Spanish and my French.
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  Alojamiento

  There is a very comfortable living space that I created in the back of the living room with a gorgeous view of the sea and mountains. Several dividers make this space private and there is a bathroom just steps away. There is a comfortable bed, large desk, shelf space, drawers and a computer chair, air conditioner, and cupboard to hang clothes in. The living room is generally not used as we have our own bathroom and a spacious bedroom upstairs where I work.

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  Algo más...

  During your time off you can go to Vancouver. It is only a 40-minute ferry ride away. There are always interesting events in the city, great parks, theaters, live performances and lots of multi-cultural events. You can also join a kayaking group, a hiking club, or a song circle. If you prefer quiet beaches, there are many. Swimming in either the sea or lakes is enjoyable until late September. There are pubs, restaurants, classes in art and writing etc. that you can attend. We live 2 blocks from the library and it is only 5 minutes to the lower town and government dock.

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  Un poco más de información

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    Acceso a Internet

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    Acceso a Internet limitado

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    Tenemos animales

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    Somos fumadores

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    Puede alojar familias

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  Puede acoger a nómadas digitales

  We have a good internet connection (unlimited) We do not have any pets. We do not smoke and do not permit smoking in the house, only a good distance from the house. We only have one room available so can't accept families.

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  Espacio para aparcar autocaravanas

  A small van can be parked in our yard.

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  Uno

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