Follow-up and Student Cultural Counseling

Upon the students' arrival, our Homestay Coordinator provides the student with a personal welcome and orientation. During the student's stay, we will intermittently follow-up with them to ensure that they are happy with their homestay situation. If any problems or conflicts arise our staff will always be available to provide support and services to the student and the host family.

We understand that the first few months in a different country can present many challenges for students. Our staff will be available to the student for any questions and problems that may arise. Our Hosts are trained to be understanding of cultural differences. Our goal is to provide a positive homestay experience for each student. Beacon wants to hear from students if they are uncomfortable or worried about anything.

Students are asked to fill out an evaluation of their host family during their stay. The confidential evaluation gives students the opportunity to voice any problems or concerns as well as share any positive experiences that they may have.

We have a twenty-four hour emergency service that is available to both the student and the host family.