Your food, the fragrance of your laundry detergent, and your dog will take on a new cast as they are sniffed out by your temporary family member. In return, they require that you provide a private, furnished room and plenty of opportunities for your guest to practice speaking and comprehending English, dinnertime being a conveniently regular event that has high bonding potential. Most accept any sort of family configuration, including childless single people.
Visitors stay from two weeks to one year, with the average stay lasting a couple months.
You can expect those studying at the language schools to be in class for most of the day. The application process usually involves some paperwork, an interview, and a visit to your home from the homestay coordinator. You provide breakfast and dinner daily, clean bed linen, towels, and a weekly tidying of the student's room. A desk or table and access to a TV are preferred. Language Pacifica seeks homes in the Sunset and West Portal areas for foreign university students and professionals ranging in age from 17 to 35.