What host families do

• Welcome a child, teen, or young adult into normal family rhythms

• Offer consistent presence and a godly example

• Communicate openly with the ministry and the youth’s caregivers

• Keep simple notes and join quarterly check-ins
  
  

What you provide to host families

• Screening, references, orientation

• Training modules: trauma-aware care, mentoring, boundaries, prayer

• A family coach for support and conflict guidance

• Practical helps: meal trains, transportation support, church partner grants as available
  
  

Time commitment
Begin with 3–6 hours a week for a 6–12 week pilot, then adjust by agreement.