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I had a wonderful volunteering experience with Jill, Brent, and their daughter Becca. From the moment I arrived, I felt welcomed and part of the family. Although I only had a few days with Jill before she left for a trip to Spain, she was incredibly kind and caring.
Brent was especially generous with his time and knowledge. I learned a lot from
… read more him about cheese-making, and we often had interesting conversations about plants, cooking, electronics, and more. He’s a very intellectual and open-minded person who’s always happy to share what he knows.
Becca was also very kind and helpful, and I enjoyed spending time with her.
The whole family created a warm, friendly environment. We had dinner together every evening, and they were always open to conversation, which really helped me improve my English. The work hours were flexible, and the experience overall was enriching, educational, and full of meaningful moments.
Vom Host für Workawayer (Fiona)
We really enjoyed Fiona's stay with us. She is very respectful, kind, and a hard worker, frequently asking if there was anything we needed help with. We would be happy to have her return.
Vom Workawayer (Fiona) für Host
My time here is enjoyable and work is not hard.
Brent and Becca make sure everything I need.
We have good and interesting conversation specially during dinner time.
The transportation here to Chicago downtown is quite limited but it's possible to do day trips.
I was weeding, picking red berries and it was so fun.
Nathania was so enjoyable to have in our home and talk to. She is willing to learn and excited about life. She was happy to pitch in a help with whatever we were doing and to teach us things as well. We'd love to have her back.
I had such an amazing time & learning experience with Jill . Brent her husband showed me how to make some cheese & it was very educational. Jill is a women of many talents when It comes to baking, so many different yummy types of bread & pies. I had the chance to use one of their bikes & visit the nice neighborhood & cute water creek.
Becca their
… read more Daughter was so chill to talk to as she is in my age group & is very funny. Everyone made me feel so comfortable & I had some personal time when I needed it . Im so grateful for this awesome me experience . We had great conversation about traveling &languages. It was a family vibe so I was so pleased to have cooked a Haitian dish for them .Feedback
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I had a wonderful volunteering experience with Jill, Brent, and their daughter Becca. From the moment I arrived, I felt welcomed and part of the family. Although I only had a few days with Jill before she left for a trip to Spain, she was incredibly kind and caring.
Brent was especially generous with his time and knowledge. I learned a lot from
… read more him about cheese-making, and we often had interesting conversations about plants, cooking, electronics, and more. He’s a very intellectual and open-minded person who’s always happy to share what he knows.
Becca was also very kind and helpful, and I enjoyed spending time with her.
The whole family created a warm, friendly environment. We had dinner together every evening, and they were always open to conversation, which really helped me improve my English. The work hours were flexible, and the experience overall was enriching, educational, and full of meaningful moments.
Vom Host für Workawayer (Fiona)
We really enjoyed Fiona's stay with us. She is very respectful, kind, and a hard worker, frequently asking if there was anything we needed help with. We would be happy to have her return.
Vom Workawayer (Fiona) für Host
My time here is enjoyable and work is not hard.
Brent and Becca make sure everything I need.
We have good and interesting conversation specially during dinner time.
The transportation here to Chicago downtown is quite limited but it's possible to do day trips.
I was weeding, picking red berries and it was so fun.
Nathania was so enjoyable to have in our home and talk to. She is willing to learn and excited about life. She was happy to pitch in a help with whatever we were doing and to teach us things as well. We'd love to have her back.
I had such an amazing time & learning experience with Jill . Brent her husband showed me how to make some cheese & it was very educational. Jill is a women of many talents when It comes to baking, so many different yummy types of bread & pies. I had the chance to use one of their bikes & visit the nice neighborhood & cute water creek.
Becca their
… read more Daughter was so chill to talk to as she is in my age group & is very funny. Everyone made me feel so comfortable & I had some personal time when I needed it . Im so grateful for this awesome me experience . We had great conversation about traveling &languages. It was a family vibe so I was so pleased to have cooked a Haitian dish for them .
Vom Host für Workawayer (Lucy)
Lucy was lovely to have in our home. She is interesting and fun to talk to. She cared for out cat lovingly like she was her own and spent so much time eliminating weeds in our garden! We'd be happy to have her back and to recommend her to anyone.
Vom Workawayer (Lucy) für Host
I recently spent two weeks staying with Jill and Brent out in the western suburbs of Chicago. This was my first Workaway experience and I did not know what to expect, but Jill, Brent and their daughter Becca were very welcoming. I was treated as one of the family and made to feel comfortable in their lovely home. Highlights for me were helping
… read more Brent make ricotta cheese and, of course, working outside in their amazing garden. It truly is a labor of love and I was happy to be able to help them. They live in a peaceful location close to several forest preserves and I enjoyed some great bike rides in the surrounding area.Du kannst nur Workawayer mit aktiver Mitgliedschaft kontaktieren.
Vom Host für Workawayer (Lucas)
Lucas was a wonderful addition to our home--our only regret was that it was only a week! He is an intelligent and interesting young man with whom we enjoyed many conversations. He was quite self-sufficient and made the most of his time in the area. He did so much in the garden in just one week--work that would have taken me all spring, and I am so
… read more grateful that I can turn to other projects because all the yard clean up for spring is finished--something I didn't expect! We also enjoyed some wonderful cooking and baking of Finnish food and other desserts. Would have him back anytime.
Vom Workawayer (Lucas) für Host
I stayed with Jill, Brent and their adult daughter Becca for a week in Warrenville. It was my first workaway experience in the US and it was such a nice one. They really treated me as part of the family. I was overwhelmed, and felt as comfortable and relaxed as back home. Since I am quite an introverted person myself I really appreciated the calm
… read more and respectfull atmosphere in the house. I got all time I needed for long walks in the beautiful natural reserves around the town, awesome sleeps in a comfortable bed, delicious food and nice conversations with the family. They have travelled a lot and know plenty of countries and places, which was nice because they could help me with planning my journey through the States and we could share stories about places in Europe. We also got to celebrate Easter together, which I think was a pleasure. I enjoyed working out in their garden, and I was really free to choose when and how to do it myself. Making cheese with Brent was definitely one of the highlights of my stay, a truly exiting activity I would love to continue doing. We also cooked and baked together, which I really enjoyed. I’m just very thankful to the whole family for having me around and being so kind and generous. I would be happy to go back there any time and definitely recommend them for other workawayers.
Thank you and see you again in May, for trying out the cheese!Du kannst nur Workawayer mit aktiver Mitgliedschaft kontaktieren.
Vom Workawayer (Sam) für Host
I stayed for a couple of weeks with Jill and Brent, and they were amazing. They made me feel like it was my home. The garden is a lovely and peaceful place if you want to relax for a bit. Warrenville is also a lovely place and very quick drive to Route 59 Train Station, which is where you'll get a cheap train ride to Chicago.
Thank you Jill and
… read more Brent for having me. I had a blast.Du kannst nur Workawayer mit aktiver Mitgliedschaft kontaktieren.
Vom Workawayer (Vati) für Host
I loved my experience with Jill and Brent! Aside from their lovely homes (especially magical in the winter), I enjoyed the company of their cat, turtle, and had so much fun learning how to make cheese. They were so generous to let me stay two times, and with their daughter in downtown Chicago for my visa appointment. I really treasure my time with
… read more them, it was a very memorable Christmas!Vom Host für Workawayer (Vati)
We enjoyed having Vati. She is very interesting to talk to. You'll love having her cook for you and learning about Vietnam.
Vom Workawayer (Camilla) für Host
I stayed with Brent and Jill for a week in June, they are kind and flexible people, it was pleasant to stay with them and help them with weeding and cooking Italian food for them, meeting their daughters who are very nice; and even though I only stayed for a short time it was pleasant. Chicago is close to Warrenville (about an hour) and near them
… read more there is a nice park where you can go for a nice bike ride.Du kannst nur Workawayer mit aktiver Mitgliedschaft kontaktieren.
Vom Workawayer (Mehmet Eray) für Host
What a lovely couple Brent and Jill are. They were very hospitable, the house was really cool, the kitchen was nice and their backyard was huge . Although I had to leave couple of days earlier because of my uni, It was a pleasure for me to be hosted by them. The conversations we had were brightening for me. I thank them a lot and wish them good
… read more luck!!Du kannst nur Workawayer mit aktiver Mitgliedschaft kontaktieren.
Vom Host für Workawayer (Angelika)
We loved having Anjelika with us, if only for a brief stay. She is so enjoyable to talk to and has so many good ideas! She is a gentle, intelligent soul who wants to contribute in any way she can. We felt as if she didn't want to just do work for us but to make our lives better for her having been here.
Vom Workawayer (Angelika) für Host
I had such a blast around Warrenville because of you! It is a great experience that I will always be thankful for! I only stayed for a couple of days last minute, but I felt very welcome by the way you took care of me! The house and garden offered a peaceful environment, which was just fun to explore, especially as I love nature! I appreciate all
… read more the conversations we had and will remain in deep friendship, in hope we’ll meet again! All the best to you!Du kannst nur Workawayer mit aktiver Mitgliedschaft kontaktieren.
Vom Workawayer (Zied) für Host
Jill and Brent are the best. I felt at home immediately and they were open to just anything. You can be yourself, make your own plan as wel as being part of the family. It was great to cook for them because they loved my cooking. Chicago is just 20 min away and your homebase is, peaceful and quiet Warrenville. Thanks again dear Jill and Brent for
… read more hosting me and hopefully we will meet again!!!Du kannst nur Workawayer mit aktiver Mitgliedschaft kontaktieren.
Vom Host für Workawayer (Nina & Vincent Eric)
We greatly enjoyed having Nina and Vincent in our home. They were willing to help with anything we asked and anything they saw just needed doing. They were quiet, polite, and kind individuals. We enjoyed our conversations very much. I would recommend them to anyone without reservation.
Vom Workawayer (Nina & Vincent Eric) für Host
Jill and Brent are amazing. We stayed at their house for 10 days and it immediately felt like home. They are so hospitable, let us use like everything and helped us in every way they could. We also had so many good conversations and really enjoyed our days there. The only thing that wasn't that good for us - was the weather.
If we are ever back
… read more near Chicago, both of us would be glad to visit them again. It just was the perfect first workaway for us.Du kannst nur Workawayer mit aktiver Mitgliedschaft kontaktieren.
Vom Host für Workawayer (Apollonia & Nathalie Martina)
We really enjoyed having them at our home. They are very thoughtful young women who were always happy to help us.
Vom Host für Workawayer (Maximilian & Diane)
Max and Diane were by far my favorite workaway people so far. They didn't simply do the things on our list (which was more than we even expected) but were always looking for ways to help. Their attitude and interest in learning was excellent. We enjoyed our conversations very much. Any host would be fortunate to have them.
Vom Workawayer (Maximilian & Diane) für Host
We had an amazing time staying with Jill and Brendt taking care of the garden, the house, making cheese and picking the asparagus. The house was so comfortable and we started feeling at home right away. And Chicago was only a 45 mins drive away by train, which is perfect!
Du kannst nur Workawayer mit aktiver Mitgliedschaft kontaktieren.
Vom Host für Workawayer (Kei)
Kei and Sho were hard workers, willing to help out with whatever we asked. They were enjoyable company and were very good at exploring the area on their own. Just really nice guys.
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