For 40 years, HomeShare Vermont has championed a simple idea. Two or more people share a home for mutual benefit. A person offers a private bedroom and shared common space in exchange for rent, help around the home or a combination of the two. It differs from a typical roommate situation because at its core, it is about two people helping each other.

Have you heard about homesharing but are not sure what it is or how it works? Come learn more and celebrate HomeShare Vermont's 40th anniversary at an open house from 4-6 p.m. on Thursday, June 9. Drop by and meet the staff, enjoy some refreshments, and find out about all the benefits of homesharing. HomeShare Vermont's office is located at 412 Farrell St. in South Burlington and is fully accessible.

HomeShare Vermont is a non-profit organization serving seven counties in northwest and central Vermont and is a member agency of the United Way of Northwest Vermont. For more information, call (802) 863-5625 or visit www.HomeShareVermont.org.