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Host Family Info Session at Max Brenner Restaurant in Philadelphia April 23

Learn what it takes to become a host family!!

Merion Mercy Academy in Merion Station and La Salle College High School in Wyndmoor has partnered with gphomestay’s residential program! Together, we are offering an incredible opportunity to families in Merion Station, Wyndmoor and the surrounding areas. If you are interested in making a positive impact on the life of an international student and live within 30 minutes of Merion Station or Wyndmoor you may want to consider becoming a host family.

Host families will receive a monthly stipend of $1000 and have access to ongoing support from local Residential Coordinators who can help with coordinating meeting your student upon arrival, keeping you connected with the school community, and mediating issues if they arise.

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Students come with their own insurance and spending money and stay for the academic year. There are also short-term hosting opportunities available.

Join us for an information session to learn more about this unique opportunity at Max Brenner Restaurant, 1500 Walnut St, Philadelphia on Wednesday, April 23 from 7:00-9:00 pm.  Light appetizers and desserts will be served.  RSVP to our invitation:  http://host-a-student.eventbrite.com?s=23755197

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Can't attend but want to learn more?  Contact us at info@gphomestay.com or (781)996-0429 for more information, or fill out our Host Inquiry Form at http://www.gphomestay.com/?page_id=452.  

Do you know someone who might be interested in hosting a student? For every approved host family that lists you as a reference on their application, you will be rewarded a $150 referral bonus!

 

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