Refugees at Home
R@H
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Service Type
Short term hosting for refugees and people seeking asylum
Funding Status
Supported by donations
Operating Hours
Core hours are Mon-Fri 10am-4pm
Eligibility & Referral
Via case worker or direct - see Service description for details
Service Description
They recruit and support volunteer hosts who are willing to offer a temporary home and a helping hand.
Their role is to:
- carefully match each guest and host,
- assess and prepare hosts ready for hosting,
- advise on hosting arrangements and accommodation,
- provide ongoing support to hosts throughout each stay.
Eligibility & Referral
Most guests going through the asylum process are referred by case workers or other organisations who are supporting them. You can apply directly to R@H if you have refugee status in the UK. You will also need to have a good level of English, and a plan for where you will go once your hosting ends.
Key functions & activities offered
They offer short term hosting in the homes of their brilliant volunteer hosts across the UK.