Light domestic help and companionship for well traveled elderly lady in a converted farmhouse centrally located in the Algarve , Portugal

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27/07/2021
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2021

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Mature and calm Lady sought for some help around the house, light gardening, watering, meal preparation, some driving and shopping trips and companionship playing games, etc for a maximum of four to five hours a day in exchange for accommodation and board in a converted farmhouse centrally located in the Algarve in private old fig and almond farm. It's a great spot - within walking distance to a central village, a short ride to a shopping center and 4 klms from the beach. The host is in her nineties is in possession of all faculties. The daughter lives next door. In addition to the upstairs large bedroom, shower bathroom, and uncovered terrace you have full access to the kitchen, and basic food is provided to you- and you are free to choose to eat with the host or independently. International Driving license necessary.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Language practice
Elderly Companionship
Gardening
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Help around the house
Help with Computers/ Internet
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
English, French and Portuguese language, culture and cooking. Christiane has taught all the languages she speaks and has many interesting photo albums. Learn to play Rummikub - a game for life.
Help
Light domestic help and companionship for a wheelchair-bound elderly host, including help, getting up and ready, making meals, playing rummikub, and help to get settled down for the night.
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
French: Fluent
Portuguese: Fluent
Accommodation
Own Bedroom upstairs in Farmhouse with large terrace and shower room
What else ...
Little village is 10 minutes away on foot. Some public transport at end of the road (somewhat erratic but available) and plenty of lifts possible. Many beaches within 4 klms, birdspotting, riding, watersports at Marina, shopping Mall some 2 klms away - Town of Albufeira some 8 klm away with lots of everything. Would suit tranquil country loving person.
A little more information
- Internet access
- Limited internet access
- We have pets
- We are smokers
- Can host families
How many Workawayers can stay?
One
Hours expected
Maximum 4-5 hours a day, 5 days a week

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Algarve Snow - Almond Blossom in February

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02/04/2020

Left by Workawayer (Cornelia) for host

I had a very special experience during my almost two weeks stay with Christiane and her family. Bijou picked me up from the bus station and I was warmly welcomed into the house. I had a spacious room to myself and also my own bathroom and was encouraged to make myself at home.
My work included assisting Christiane in the morning and evening to… read more

(Very good )

26/02/2020

Left by Workawayer (Deborah) for host

This host family welcomed me into their home one week before Christmas. This was my first work away experience and it was wonderful!! Bijou, Christian and family made me feel like part of the family right away. I spent almost two months here and enjoyed helping solve crossword puzzles and matching wits playing daily matches of rummykub. My room… read more

(Excellent )

19/01/2020

Left by host for Workawayer (Deborah)

Deborah was a joy to host and such fun to see Europe via her American eyes and realise how similar and different we are with the pond between us. Very much appreciate your kindness with Christiane who enjoyed your company and patience as well as endless games of rummykub. I would not hesitate to recommend you to any other host and hope to have the… read more

(Excellent )

19/12/2019

Left by Workawayer (Julia) for host

I had a great workaway experience with Christiane and her family. I was made feel very welcome and included in family celebration. I was comfortable in my accomodation ,and had all my dietary needs respected. I learned to play Rumikub with Christiane and spend lots of enjoyable afternoons playing. Christiane is motivated and great inspiration. I… read more

(Excellent )

20/09/2019

Left by host for Workawayer (Diana & Wade)

Loved having you to stay Di, you were a joy to host and Christiane and all of us throughly enjoyed your company and rumikub games and your cheerful can do attitude. You are welcome back any time and wishing you all good things for your future and happy travels 😀

(Excellent )

15/09/2019

Left by Workawayer (Diana & Wade) for host

Thank you Bijou and Christiane for hosting me for my 3 week Workaway. I had the most incredible experience!
Christiane crept into my heart! I loved playing rummikub with her, listening to her amazing life stories, paging through her photo albums and just chatting. Christiane is an interesting lady with a fascinating life story. I so enjoyed… read more

(Excellent )

07/05/2019

Left by host for Workawayer (Chelsea)

Thank you, Chelsea, for joining us we loved hosting you and Christiane misses your quiet and thoughtful efficiency. You got the hang of everything so quickly and of course you are welcome back any time. I am sure wherever your travels take you that you will thrive. Good luck with everything and thank you again :-) au revoir!

(Excellent )

30/04/2019

Left by Workawayer (Chelsea) for host

I had such a great experience staying with Christiane for 3 weeks in Guia. A little apprehensive at first, not only because it's my very first workaway experience, I also had never spent time with the elderly before. But all turned out great and I had a good time. Christiane is a knowledgeable person, very straightforward, but not unreasonable.… read more

(Excellent )

05/03/2019

Left by host for Workawayer (Audi)

Thanks Audi for your lovely feedback. We too very much enjoyed hosting you and you were so quick to learn the routine and fit in seamlessly with us. I would recommend you to anyone for Workaway experience as you have such a positive attitude and ability to just get on and do what is necessary and thank you again for all your help. Christiane is… read more

(Excellent )

05/03/2019

Left by Workawayer (Audi) for host

This is my first workaway stay and was very happy with the overall experience. I stayed with Christiane for the entire month of February and really appreciated my time there. Her daughter Bijou and her family were very kind. I was given detailed description of my duties prior to arrival so i knew what to expect which i thought was very good. The… read more

(Excellent )

27/11/2018

Left by host for Workawayer (Kerry)

It was really lovely to host you Kerry and your positive and can do attitude will be sorely missed. Christiane really enjoyed your company, patience and games of rummykub together as well as and your trips out and about and great driving. We will all miss your cheery face, kindness and lively personality and I know Tigger will be sad not to find… read more

(Excellent )

26/11/2018

Left by Workawayer (Kerry) for host

I was very lucky to stay with Christiane on my first workaway experience. I stayed for three weeks in August. Then I return for 6 weeks in October and November.

Christiane house is located in a very tranquil neighborhood 10 minute walk from Guia. Which as many coffee shops, cafes and restaurants. You can catch a bus from here. I usually got a… read more

(Very good )

25/10/2017

Left by host for Workawayer (Louise)

The feeling is mutual thanks Louise, we really enjoyed your stay with us, you were so easy going, level headed and caring and time just flew by. Thank you for everything and we are both definitely looking forward to you joining us again in the future and good luck with your travels.

(Excellent )

24/10/2017

Left by Workawayer (Louise) for host

I enjoyed a wonderful stay at Christiane for a little over a month,. and could easily have stretched it longer if I didn’t have another commitment to go to.
After spending a year teaching English in South East Asia, I needed something somewhere, to relax and replenish my energies. Staying at Christiane’s place in Christiane’s company was… read more

(Excellent )

11/09/2017

Left by host for Workawayer (janet)

Jan the feeling is mutual and a massive thank you for all your help and patience and for fitting in so quickly and seamlessly into our sometimes chaotic life. It really has been a pleasure for us too. Guess you will be playing Rummikub from now on! Very best of luck with all your endeavours and hope you come back to visit us again in the future.

(Excellent )

10/09/2017

Left by Workawayer (janet) for host

A wonderful experience for my first work away and i got lucky a wonderful family that truly make you feel so welcome it was a pleasure to spend 2 weeks here the village and surrounding areas beautiful as is the home its self a great 2 weeks for my travels.
Thank You for having me see you again.

(Excellent )

02/06/2017

Left by Workawayer (Ingrid) for host

I had an amazing time at Christiane, she is a extraordinary person with a sharp mind still driving her own car at age 93 almost completely independent.
It was fun listening to her interesting stories and get a glimpse at her past life in other different countries.
The tasks are very easy just slightly assisting cooking and accompanying shopping,… read more

(Excellent )

01/06/2017

Left by host for Workawayer (Ingrid)

Thoughtful, kind, easy going with a great attitude to life and people and very quickly and easily fitted in with our lives. Ingrid was both a great joy and tremendous help during her few months here with us at the "Quinta" We will miss her lovely cheery smile and positive get on with it attitude and wish her all the very best for her future… read more

(Excellent )

08/08/2016

Left by host for Workawayer (Geraldine)

Glad to hear the diet suits you well!. I am busy keeping up with my Rummykub since you left and very much miss our afternoon games. Thank you again for looking after me so well. Keep positive and every good wish for your future success.

(Very good )

07/08/2016

Left by Workawayer (Geraldine) for host

Christiane thank you so much for sharing your home with me and teaching me how to play Rummykub.
Your chocolate figs I adored and I have stuck to my Mediterranean diet since being home and feeling very well for it.
Hope you get other lovely people to care for you but do not let them beat you at Rummykub :>)
xxx

(Very good )

08/08/2016

Left by host for Workawayer (Amari)

Thank you Amari for your kind words/ We remember you fondly and wish you well and hope that your travels brings you continued joy, peace and happiness.

(Very good )

22/07/2016

Left by Workawayer (Amari) for host

My contact with my host was in the beginning and maybe halfway not easy ( communication problem) but at the end I felt love for her. Both we could always our hands and hearts reaching out to each other.
I have learnt a lot of myself and that is what I love, that is life!
I thank you so much Christiane for my stay with you, I thank you so much… read more

(Very good )

14/03/2016

Left by host for Workawayer (Kareen)

Kareen fitted in immediately with family life and with her pleasant and easy manner was a joy to have around. She was both helpful and thoughtful and we wouldn't hesitate to recommend her and to have her back anytime.

(Excellent )

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