Availability: Short Term & Long Term

THE ALI FAMILY

Norwich, CT


**A placement is only confirmed and reserved once communication with the team has taken place and the match has been officially approved.

Family Members:

Member 1
  • Graduate-level education
  • Full-time employment
  • Occupation: State Investigation Supervisor 
Member 2
  • College graduate
  • Self-employed
  • Occupation: Business

Family Description:

Mr. and Mrs. A are a warm, open-minded couple with extensive experience hosting international students. Over the years, they have welcomed more than 35 students into their home and remain in touch with many of them today. They value communication, respect, and kindness, and are very familiar with helping students adjust to life in the United States, from school routines to everyday American culture.

Their home is a relaxed and welcoming place where students are encouraged to share their own traditions and feel truly at home.

Cooking together  Outdoor activities & Cultural exchange Visiting local attractions  Movies and games

House Details:

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  • Home Type: House (Detached)
  • Bedrooms: 14  |  Bathrooms: 7
  • Student Bedroom: Private
  • Pets: No
  • Transportation to School: Car

This is a large, spacious detached home located in Norwich, Connecticut. The house offers a generous number of rooms across multiple floors, including comfortable shared living areas, a well-equipped kitchen, and private student bedrooms. The home has a warm and welcoming atmosphere with plenty of space for students to study, relax, and feel at ease.

Facilities:
  • Fully Equipped Kitchen
  • Laundry area
  • Wi-Fi
  • Heating
  • Family Spaces

About The Area:

Norwich, CT is a historic city with a welcoming residential character and convenient access to schools, local shops, and public transportation. The neighborhood offers a safe environment with nearby parks, community services, and easy connections to surrounding areas of Connecticut. The city has a range of dining, shopping, and recreational options, making it a comfortable and practical place for international students to settle in.

Local Area Facilities:
Public transportation
Local schools
Parks and green spaces
Grocery stores
Restaurants and cafés
Shopping areas
Hospital
Family-friendly neighborhood

Meals

The family enjoys cooking and sharing meals together, drawing on a variety of cuisines and cultural influences from their many years of hosting. Mealtimes are relaxed and social, offering students an opportunity to connect with the family and even share dishes from their own home countries.

House Rules

The household values communication, respect, and mutual consideration. Students are expected to keep shared spaces clean, follow agreed-upon schedules, and communicate openly about plans and curfews. The family is very experienced with students and will work collaboratively to make expectations clear and comfortable for everyone.

SMOKING

Smoking is not allowed inside or outside the home.

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Contact
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Phone

123-456-7890

Email

hello@homeport.com

Address

123 Oak Avenue, Boston MA

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"LIVING WITH A HOST FAMILY THROUGH HOMEPORT HELPED ME IMPROVE MY ENGLISH, UNDERSTAND THE CULTURE, AND FEEL CONFIDENT IN A NEW COUNTRY."

- International Student, 15, Spain.

"FROM THE MOMENT I ARRIVED, I FELT SSUPPORTED, WELCOMED, AND TRULY AT HOME."

- International Student, 15, Brazil.

"FROM MY FIRST DAY, I FELT WELCOMED AND CARED FOR. MY HOST FAMILY AND THE HOMEPORT TEAM MADE MY TRANSITION TO LIFE IN THE U.S. SO MUCH EASIER"

- International Student, 15, Japan.

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