We are very concerned for the comfort and safety of our visiting choir members who will come not only from the United States but also from different countries representing a variety of cultures.  We ask that families who are willing to host the youth participants take two or more members.  This gives them some level of comfort especially if language is a problem.  They can turn to each other for support when necessary.  Background checks will be required of all host families. Whenever possible, each child should have his or her own bed, even if it is a comfortable mattress on the floor or a cot.  They certainly can share a room and a bathroom.