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For Current Hosts «« Return to FAQ group list How does HOSTS for HOSPITALS service differ from other hospital-related housing? HOSTS for HOSPITALS provides lodging through volunteer-hosts who have a spare bedroom in their home. This service is available to all potential guests regardless of a patient's age or illness. ↑↑ top Who are the hosts? Our hosts are ordinary people in all walks of life. At the same time they are extraordinary in that they are willing to share their home with people in need. The host homes range from apartments to brownstones to single-family homes. Before being accepted into the program, HOSTS for HOSPITALS screens each host and conducts an on-sight inspection of the host's home. Hosts are also trained to be sensitive to guests' feelings of stress and concern for their loved ones. Hosts know to respect the privacy of their guests and thus will not expect you to socialize with them unless you wish to do so. ↑↑ top What services do the hosts provide? Your host will provide you a clean and comfortable place to sleep, a bathroom and a feeling of home. Your host will also provide you directions to the host home, to your hospital, to grocery stores and to the nearest publc transportation. Hosts, though, ARE NOT required to provide meals or transportation--these are the responsibity of the guests. Many hosts, however, are happy to help out in these and other areas, such as by making their kitchen available at least for light meals. Whatever additional services your host wishes to provide will be explained to you when you first speak with your host by phone. ↑↑ top |
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