Availability: Short Term & Long Term

THE RICKS FAMILY

Islip, NY


**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
  • Part-time employment
Member 2
  • Extended family members are also residing or visiting the home

Family Description:

Ms. R is a caring and community-oriented host parent who is motivated by a genuine desire to support families and students from abroad. She maintains a spacious, elegantly decorated home and takes pride in providing a comfortable environment. She is grateful for the opportunity to make a positive difference in the lives of the students she hosts.

Home and family time  Community involvement  Music (piano in the home) 

House Details:

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  • Home Type: House (Detached)
  • Bedrooms: 5  |  Bathrooms: 4
  • Student Bedroom: Private
  • Pets: No
  • Transportation to School: Car

This is a large and beautifully decorated detached home in Islip, New York. The house features five bedrooms and four bathrooms, with elegant common areas including a formal dining room, a grand living room with a piano, and a separate family room. The kitchen is fully equipped and modern. Students have access to their own private bedroom and bathroom in a home that offers both comfort and style.

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

About The Area:

Islip, NY is a welcoming town located on Long Island, offering a suburban atmosphere with easy access to schools, shops, and public transportation. The area is family-friendly with plenty of green spaces, parks, and community services nearby. Long Island's proximity to New York City also gives students access to a wide range of cultural, educational, and recreational opportunities.

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 prepares home-cooked meals and welcomes students to share in mealtimes. The kitchen is well equipped, and students are encouraged to feel comfortable in the common areas of the home.

House Rules

The home is a respectful and orderly environment. Students are expected to keep shared spaces clean, respect the family's schedules and routines, and communicate openly about plans and curfews. Mutual respect and open communication are key values in this household.

SMOKING

Smoking is not allowed inside the home.

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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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