End of RefugeeHomeNL

RefugeeHomeNL is a collaboration between the Red Cross, Salvation Army, VluchtelingenWerk Nederland and Takecarebnb, under the auspices of the Ministry of Justice and Security. The goal of RefugeeHomeNL is to coordinate and guide the reception of refugees from Ukraine in Dutch host families. The Ministry and the participating parties have mutually decided to conclude the project on December 31, 2023.

Why is RefugeeHomeNL being terminated?

The main reason is the significant decrease in the number of guests and host families. Additionally, we observe that:

• Guests prefer cities and regions where no available host families exist
• The need for guidance by RefugeeHomeNL for individuals who cohabitate for an extended period is minimal
• Guests have a demand for more structural housing solutions in the Netherlands

The final new cohabitation arrangements will commence in September. A stay through RefugeeHomeNL is committed for a duration of 3 months. This ensures that all guests and host families receive guidance and support until the end of the cohabitation period.

What does the conclusion of RefugeeHomeNL mean?

• Guests and host families cohabitating will continue to receive guidance from RefugeeHomeNL until the end of this year
• If cohabitation concludes in 2023, we will provide as much support as possible for the departure of the guest and host family
• In amicable agreement, they can decide to continue cohabitating in 2024, but without our guidance
• Starting from August 25th, it will no longer be possible to sign up as a guest or host family for the project
• No new processes for matching and cohabitating will be initiated
• The last new cohabitations will commence in September

Information for refugees staying in host families through RefugeeHomeNL

All guests and host families have been informed via email and letter about the conclusion of RefugeeHomeNL. For guests currently residing in host families through RefugeeHomeNL, the following applies:

• Guests and host families cohabitating will continue to receive support from RefugeeHomeNL until the end of this year
• If cohabitation concludes in 2023, we will provide as much support as possible for the departure of the guest and host family
• In amicable agreement, they can decide to continue cohabitating in 2024, but without our guidance
• Guests and host families are invited to discuss amongst themselves whether to extend or conclude their stay

Information for those who applied for a stay through RefugeeHomeNL

You had applied to be considered for placement with a Dutch host family. Unfortunately, due to the termination of the project, we are no longer able to offer you a placement. You still retain the right to receive support in the Netherlands.

• If you are currently staying in a Municipal Shelter and seeking an alternative, please inquire with the municipality where you are residing for available options.
• If you are currently in private shelter and looking for alternatives, please consult the municipality where you are staying for further guidance.
• Apart from Municipal and Private Accommodation, you can also explore finding independent housing, such as rentals, purchases, boarding houses, hostels, etc.
• If you are currently in Ukraine or another country and planning to come to the Netherlands, you can find information here: https://www.refugeehelp.nl/en/ukrainian-refugee/126-arrival-in-the-netherlands

Need help for shelter of housing in the Netherlands?

Visit http://www.refugeehelp.nl for comprehensive information on available options for shelter and housing in the Netherlands. VluchtelingenWerk Nederland provides various means of contact for additional help and advice. Refer to this page for more details.