In this current financial climate we're all looking to tighten our belts surely?
So why don't we swap skills? maybe you could offer some gardening/DIY/cooking/sewing assistance? You might require some dog walking or ironing done in exchange?
Maybe you're snowed under and could use a helping hand to come and de-clutter the house? (something I'd be more than happy to do!)
Let's help each other and make some friends along the way. :)