Has anyone had experience of hosting a refugee?

[kissthisguy]

Looking to hear about experiences from anyone who has hosted a refugee, eg through Refugees At Home https://www.refugeesathome.org/ Was the process straightforward, how long did you host for initially, did you extend the stay, and if it didn't work out what were the issues. Realise everyone's experience will be unique but thanks for any insights.

[Leara4077]

We signed up with them last year. Fairly painless process, social worker came around to assess us, all passed easily. Now waiting on a referral. Signed up for Ukraine scheme today too.

RaH have lots of examples online to read and the social worker who does the check on your house should give you a realistic assessment. I wouldn't expect it to always be comfortable but on the whole rave reviews and it is a good thing to do.

[kissthisguy]

Thanks for the reply and info on the assessments etc; hope your hosting goes well.