In this episode - Intergenerational Living - our producer Helene Thomas visits a mother-and-daughter sharehouse.
It was eight years ago that Elizabeth’s daughter was looking for a housemate. Elizabeth was in her mid 50s, and she was also looking for a place to live, so they moved in together. Turns out they are the best of housemates. They live in a rental in inner-city Perth, Western Australia.
When Elizabeth isn’t working as a casual librarian she spends a lot of her time keeping physically fit and participating in activities that encourage social connection.
Looking after her mental and physical health is something Elizabeth takes very seriously. Both mother and daughter have diagnosed mental health conditions and their living arrangement provides a supportive and nurturing environment for each of them.
Just a warning - there’s some strong language here.
This episode contains discussions of difficult subject matter. Please take care while listening. Below are contacts and links to mental health support services (Australia-wide):
