Guests:
Welcoming Homes accepts young adults who are on the path to legalization and have either a case manager or a pro-bono immigration attorney. Ordinarily, guests are sent to Welcoming Homes by various resettlement groups, other referrals will also be considered.
Guests need to provide a reference and a statement (oral or written).
The referring agency, case manager or immigration attorney will meet with the guest and a representative from Welcoming Homes for an initial interview If need be this will be done with an interpreter. An application will be completed, including their pathway to legalization and letters of recommendation, which can be from the case manager or immigration attorney.
Fill out a Guest Application here »
Hosts:
Welcoming Homes are looking for host families with room in their homes and in their lives to help a young immigrant by providing safe comfortable lodging and a supportive family environment.
- Will complete…
- The application. Including an interview at home with room for guest available to view.
- A child abuse/criminal check and FBI clearance for all members of household over 18.
- Training for family members over 18- on working with victims of trauma https://ronhuxley.thinkific.com/courses/traumatoolbox and offered by the Sisters of St. Joseph.
- Time frame availability (barring any unforeseen problems can you commit to hosting for a minimal of 6 months?)
Fill out a Host Application/Interest Form here »