Lodge Model
A typical Fairweather Lodge is an affordable dwelling for 4–8 people who share in running the home, including domestic chores and purchase and preparation of food. The residents make their own house rules and manage their own activities. In addition, they run a small business chosen by consensus and jointly planned. Alternatively, they may be employed by the business run by their sponsoring agency. Such businesses may provide lawn care, custodial or laundry services, printing, furniture building, shoe repair, catering, or other services. The work is part-time or full-time, and organized so that one member can readily substitute for another whenever necessary.
The role of staff provided by the sponsoring agency of a Lodge is limited to mentoring, advising, mediating and helping in emergencies, although staff is continually on call. Lodge members may hire professional consultants such as accountants and lawyers to assist with the Lodge business operation as needed.
The sponsoring agency sets eligibility criteria and recruits candidates for membership, but acceptance into a Lodge requires a vote by existing residents.
Residents are charged for rent and operating expenses, but some costs (such as mortgage payments or transportation) may be covered by county and state programs as well as by business profits.
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