“Wohnen für Hilfe”

Gardening, childcare, house-cleaning, doing something for society - according to the principle of “Wohnen für Hilfe”, students provide everyday support for their landlords and save some of their rental costs in the process.

Senior citizens, families and disabled people can take part, provided they have room for a cohabitant and wish to receive assistance with basic tasks. On the other hand, students are sought who are looking to reduce their living costs and to this end are willing to help their landlord with the agreed tasks.

Our role in this process is the free procurement of suitable cohabitants and providing assistance for you in the event of any questions or problems.

Current Offers

If you are interested in participating in Wohnen für Hilfe, it is best to contact us in person or by email.

Listings:

2023_8 (German version)
2023_9 (German version)
2023_11 (German version)

FAQ

How can I participate as a tenant?

In order to participate, please complete an application form providing details about yourself, your desired type of dwelling and assistance offered. Forms can be obtained during office hours from the Seezeit Service Center and by arrangement.

“Wohnen für Hilfe” office hours
Mon 09.30 - 11.30
Weds 09.00 - 11.00

How can I participate as a landlord?

Please arrange a face-to-face meeting or come and visit the Seezeit Service Center at the University of Konstanz during our office hours.

“Wohnen für Hilfe” office hours
Mon 09.30 - 11.30
Weds 09.00 - 11.00

How can I participate as a landlord?

How does the placement process work?

Interested parties are accepted from both sides. Students as well as landlords can register at the Seezeit Service Centre and find out about current offers. Seezeit acts as an intermediary here. This means: If we find a suitable landlord-tenant pair, we will establish contact. The legal framework is determined by the participants themselves, but Seezeit is available at all times to provide support and advice.

How much assistance must I provide?

Most of our offers of accommodation and requests for assistance specify around 12 hours of assistance per month. Likewise for first semester students, we recommend planning 10 to 12 hours per month in order to allow sufficient time for your studies.

What happens if I find alternative accommodation in the meantime?

In this case you can decide whether you want to remain registered or whether to take yourself off the register.

How is the assistance provided offset against the rent?

Reference guide: 1 hour of assistance = 1m² reduction in rental area. With an average price per square metre of approx. 10 euros, this means: 1 hour of assistance = 10 euros reduction in rental price.

Example:
A 30 square metre room is offered for 330 euros including heating. The required assistance is 12 hours per month. In this case, this means the following for the student: 330 euros - 120 euros = 210 euros rent including heating.

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