Staying with Jose and his family was a good experience. I really enjoyed the meals that Jose and his mother prepared. His mother didn't speak much English, so Jose and his brother helped to translate between Spanish and English. They were accommodating when I had trouble finding an apartment in LA since I was relocating for a job. I've walked around the neighborhood during the day and late at night by myself, and felt reasonably safe. I would stay again, if I need temporary housing again.