They provide a private room, breakfast and dinner and live near public transportation. Host families vary with each affiliate. Some affiliates operate a four month program, and have trainees live their entire stay in host families. Others may have trainees live with host families for a short time before the trainee moves into an apartment. Apartment living is provided for stays beyond four months.
Trainees live with other trainees in an apartment.
A trainee may have up to three roommates. Apartments are located near public transportation. The trainee pays for the long distance calls. In some cases, members of the community will act as mentors to trainees to help them better understand the culture of the country. These community members will welcome the trainee on weekend outings.