Question 1

Who can host?

Accepted Answer

You'll need to be over  the age of 25 with a spare room. You can be single or married, have children or none. You can own or rent your home (You may need to let your mortgage provider and insurance know. If you rent your home, you may need your landlord’s permission).

Question 2

Will I be paid rent to host?

Accepted Answer

Most of our guests have no or very little income and so are unable to pay rent.  Hope at Home offers hosts a £70 per week hosting allowance to cover costs such as extra groceries or energy bills.

Question 3

Can I host if I have children under 16?

Accepted Answer

You certainly can! You will need a sign our waiver and we will discuss safeguarding with you at your home visit and on the training course. Hosting with children in the home is such a rewarding experience and gives children a different perspective on the world.

Question 4

Can I host if I work outside the home?

Accepted Answer

Yes! Hosting can be as flexible as you need it to be. We do ask that you are available to spend some time, such as family meals, with your guest but working outside the home is definitely possible.

Question 5

What about house rules?

Accepted Answer

House rules are really important. We will go into detail about setting these on the training course. You are free to set your own house rules and we can support you in doing this.

Question 6

How long will my guest stay?

Accepted Answer

This varies from person to person depending on their circumstances ranging from a few months up to a year. During the matching stage, we will discuss length of stay with you and make sure it's suitable for you and your guest.

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