Pennington, New Jersey - March 16, 2009 - Unemployment rates have hit a two decade high as they move closer to reaching 9% nationally in the United States. In some parts of the country, especially the manufacturing areas of the Midwest, the unemployment levels are already into the double digits. People want to leave their areas to find more favorable prospects elsewhere but that can pose a significant financial challenge.

One company is taking strides to make such a move easier on these individuals. Called Host & Care, the company provides a unique online service by helping connect people who can help one another. For example, a family that needs expensive in-home sitting for an elderly family member may be able to offer free room for the person needing to relocate. To ensure the safety of both parties, the company offers affordable background and reference checks.

Because the site features a wealth of Web 2.0 options, including chat, private messenger, and live video and audio steaming, both parties can connect with one another. Instead of sharing accommodations as strangers, the people involved will know one another well and will have a good idea of whether the match will work or not. The parties can easily discuss one another's qualifications, interests, and personalities via the convenience of their computers.

The advantage of making an exchange of accommodations for elder care, child care, home care, or some other service is the affordability of the choice. If someone already has room available, sharing that room with another person costs nothing else but could be invaluable to someone trying to restart his or her life in a new location. However, the reference checks and the Web 2.0 communication options mean quality does not have to be sacrificed for affordability.

While not a permanent solution for either party, the arrangement made possible through the free Host & Care services gives each group a valuable opportunity to save money and to receive assistance they greatly need.

About Host & Care

Host & Care was founded by Lidia Nash, a Certified Information Technology Professional (CITP) and CPA, in 2008. The company was designed as a free online community that assists in connecting people in need of services with those in need of accommodations. The overreaching mission of the company, according to Nash, is to help people improve their lives. The community is open to people from all over the globe.

Contact:

Lidia Nash

Host & Care

24 Baker Way
Pennington, New Jersey 08534

customerservice@hostandcare.com

http://hostandcare.com