All families usually live close to the campus and are chosen carefully and visited on a regular basis. The program in Russia includes three meals daily, seven days a week. Meals are served in the main cafeteria of the Institute of Youth. The cafeteria is approximately a five minute walk from the dormitories. The food is above average and is prepared fresh in the cafeteria, there are two cafes on campus that serve light meals and snacks.
Students can also volunteer to serve as English tutors on campus.
Every week students meet with the Directors of the program to review the program. During the semester each student is given questionnaires and asked to evaluate the program. Also, the Program's Directors are available at any time to discuss problems or to listen to suggestions from students.