How will Global Insights prepare us to be a host family?
Once you become an approved host family, you will receive a Host Family Welcome Packet with valuable information on the hosting experience. The packet will include a Host Family Handbook, which can be referred to throughout the program. In addition, you will attend a Host Family Orientation, conducted by your local Area Representative, prior to your student’s arrival. Here you can get answers to any last-minute questions, meet other host families, and learn how to support your new family member through the normal adjustments such as culture shock and speaking a new language. You will also be invited to a second orientation after your student arrives. Your most important resource, the local Area Representative, will be available every step of the way to provide support and advice.
