‘You feel like you are part of something bigger than you’

I feel strongly connected with my guardian neighbours. I am getting to know other parts of the community too, through my volunteering.

“There’s an instant community feel here which is great. Looking forward to organising movie nights and board games nights with the other guardians.”

“Dot Dot Dot has been a perfect springboard to the city.”

“I saw the advert for Dot Dot Dot and was intrigued to find out more. Initially it was the low cost that attracted me but I also thought the social enterprise side of the business was really cool. I liked the fact that being a guardian with Dot Dot Dot encouraged me to give back and make me do something good with my free time.”

“Being a property guardian with Dot Dot Dot means you do more than simply live somewhere. Instead, because you volunteer you really become part of the community. The best bit is knowing you’ve made a difference and have had a positive impact on those around you.”

“As a property guardian with Dot Dot Dot I save £450 per month compared with what I used to pay on rent – that’s a significant difference.”

“It’s a really cool place – I can use it to work in like an office, and there’s already a great community.”

“Once I knew that everyone was up for 16 hours of volunteering a month, I felt pretty confident they’d be great, considerate housemates, and they are.”

“Dot Dot Dot has helped me get to know people around my area and it has been a great introduction to volunteering.”

“Living in a Dot Dot Dot property has enabled me to do much more volunteering and reduce my hours at my day job.”