Family member moving in to family home

My daughter came to live with us after a long relationship broke down. She paid a share of bills, no rent and took care of her own meals, washing etc. We all got on well and she was here 2+ yrs the only thing that I got fed up with was long hair clogging the shower and not a lot of space in the fridge ? but all in all it worked well for everyone.
Everyone was happy when she moved out but I’d do it again in a heartbeat for family but only if real need was there as I now value my solitary existence.

Sorry meant to add as long as everyone is in agreement and you genuinely get on then why not have a trial of say 3 months with proviso if it’s not working she goes.

My friend's daughter, young granddaughter and their dog, have just moved back in with her due to a failed relationship. It's not a large house by any means, and it seems even smaller now that so much stuff has been crammed in, and they're all finding it very challenging. The dog running in and out of the garden with muddy paws isn't helping to smooth tensions either. It takes a lot of "turning a blind eye" and patience on all sides to get through it.

Elizabeth, it's so good to see you posting!
I'm sure your sister will be a great support to you and your husband.
I'm sure you will have a chat, prior to the move, so that any queries can be ironed out.

Perhaps slightly different, My GD who is now 21 moved in with me shortly after my H died.
It will be one year next month and has worked out very well.
She looks after me as my mobility had got worse and she does the housework.
It is a lot for her as she works full time from home but she lives rent free and we enjoy each other’s company MOST of the time.
I make sure she gets out to meet friends and socialise as much as is permitted at the present.

Second thoughts, I had a cleaner up until recently but she gave up during lockdown.
I shall get someone as soon as I can but as my GD works from home and needs quiet it is not conducive until she goes back to working in the office.

Marydoll I’ve told my sister if it all breaks down she’ll get her marching orders she’s said fair enough she’s got enough income to rent if she’s to move out. However she’s been here for two - three weeks now and the little things are being ironed out as we go along fingers crossed. I had to get her to sign a disclaimer in front of a solicitor to ensure the estate passes on to our son and daughter and that she can’t claim it should me and my dh depart before her. Hey ho it’s done now. any further advice would be gratefully received.