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Belgium
Kicked out with 48 hour notice with no discussion about 'issues'. Prepared to be micromanaged by host's mother (who runs cleaning). The minute you do anything she checks and complains via text message to the host. If you don't speak Portuguese, she ignores you. V passive aggressive! With no proof, I was labelled dirty& disrespectful, despite having zero issues with volunteers/guests. Host takes his mother's words blindly so if she doesn't like you for whatever reason, good luck lol You're immediately sanctioned harshly, no discussion or collaboration. As volunteers, ur walking on eggshells..
8 months ago
We value respect, good coexistence, and positive energy. It’s a pity that, due to comments like Raissa’s, many people feel insecure and close their eyes to everything good that is said about us. We are not perfect, but we are decent people, and we offer above all, hospitality and well-being, for those who understand the purpose of our home, which is shared from the heart. Our hostel is our home, shared by our volunteers and our guests; we take care of it. Peace and light!
Brazil
My experience at the house was very special and enriching. ❤️ I had the opportunity to meet amazing people, share moments, learn things and experience a very beautiful cultural exchange. The coexistence, the friendship and the affection I received made this experience even more meaningful. I am very grateful for the welcome, for the trust and for everything I lived during these days. It was an experience I will carry with me with great affection and that left fond memories in my heart.
3 days ago
Brazil
Volunteering at Nóis de Casa was an incredible experience! The tasks and schedules were always well coordinated and respected. A light routine, I could balance everything. The hostel is well located, with easy access to buses, the subway, supermarkets, and a bakery almost next door – which has a really good cheese bread! The volunteers' room is spacious and the bed is comfortable. Dona Helena's coffee is great and Ed also grills, hehe :). I am immensely grateful to Ed and Dona Helena for all the kindness, the conversations and exchanges we had during this time. I would recommend 100% and would definitely come back! Gratitude for everything!
26 days ago
Brazil
My experience at Hostel Nós a casa was very good!. I was warmly welcomed and received by everyone. The host was receptive and respected the agreed times and tasks. The tasks were fairly light and the routine was very pleasant.
I highly recommend the hostel for accommodation, a charming, pleasant, and well-organized place, and it is well located in a quiet residential neighborhood near downtown BH. And I would definitely come back again as a volunteer or guest. Gratitude!
about 1 month ago
Brazil
It was an incredible experience! The host and her son welcomed me in a super warm way, making me feel at home from the very first moment. The house is large, comfortable, and very well located. They were incredibly hospitable, attentive, and always willing to help with whatever I needed. We talked a lot and I learned a lot from them. Definitely one of the best experiences I've had, and I would wholeheartedly recommend it to anyone thinking of going.
about 2 months ago
Brazil
The experience at the house was very constructive and full of lessons. Although far from the center, there are several bus options with stops nearby. I worked a lot on my patience, because Dona Helena, the person responsible for the house, is very demanding with her recommendations and with the cleanliness. At some moments, the first topic of the morning was often about who had left the kitchen dirty or who would check out. This topic ended up being a priority even before "good morning". It is worth noting that it is not a hostel, but a guest house.
Overall, it was a challenging experience!
2 months ago
We are really looking for volunteers to help with cleaning and tidying the rooms and the house, and I believe that the level of expectation for the tasks is proportional to the space we offer to volunteers, the minimum workload of 15 hours per week, and that it often doesn't even reach 3 hours per day. Just because it's volunteer work doesn't mean the tasks have to be performed without any requirements; we just want them to be done well, I don't see it as a big deal.
Brazil
On my second time volunteering I was very well received by the host and by the volunteers; the house is a family environment that has everything we need, the daily cleaning tasks proposed are not heavy and are very simple, the landlady Helena, one of the hosts, every day does the cleaning quality inspection and provides support to the volunteers such as washing clothes and other things you may need. Edi, the second host, helped me a lot; whenever I needed to swap my days off he would find a way and change them for me, and he also always grills for everyone. I recommend Nós de Casa
2 months ago
Vinícius, thank you for recognizing our volunteering as something that is really worth it. Thanks again for sharing this time with us and for helping us continue to offer a great space for guests and for volunteers. The house is ours; whenever you need us, we will always have the doors and arms open for you!
Argentina
Useful tips: don't kick the crochet mats made with a lot of care (especially the kitchen ones) when you finish washing the bathroom shower cubicle, run your hand along the glass so there is no soap residue. Every now and then there's a good barbecue. The mango falls into the yard every day Good luck!
3 months ago
Brazil
I had a good experience at casa di Casa, Edi and Dona Helena welcomed me very well! The house is large and comfortable, it has a very good structure, and follows a hostel vibe since it does not have shared rooms. The position is only for cleaning, the shift times are very calm, however the position requires a lot of attention from the volunteer, because cleaning and organization standards are strict. I recommend the experience!
3 months ago
Thank you very much, Ruan! The house will always be open whenever you want to come back, it was a pleasure! Regarding the cleaning standard, we just want it to be done well within the small volunteering time necessary. For that reason we are trying to offer more volunteering slots so it won't become a heavy work routine. See you next time!! Enjoy your journey and may it be increasingly beautiful and successful, full of good things that life still has to offer you! Big hug.
Brazil
Edi and his mother received me very well; the organization of the work hours scheduling was excellent, done in advance with flexibility. Dona Elena maintains order and impeccable cleanliness,
4 months ago
