Providing a Safe Home by Sponsoring a Property
One of the most crucial aspects of welcoming a refugee family is securing safe and suitable housing. If you own a property or can assist in findings accommodation, you can play a vital role in a family’s successful resettlement through property sponsorship.
Key Qualities of a Safe Property
- Clean & well-maintained
- Includes basic furniture and appliances
- Reliable heating, plumbing and electricity
- Meets local and safety standards
What it entails?
What Property Sponsorship Involves
- Offering a property for use – this can be a vacant home, apartment, or rental unit.
- Providing affordable rent – ensuring the family has access to stable and secure housing.
- Furnishing and equipping the home – with essential items such as beds, kitchen supplies, and appliances.
Benefits of Sponsoring a Property
- Directly changes lives by giving a refugee family a safe place to rebuild their future.
- Strengthens communities by encouraging social integration and neighborhood connections.
- Flexible options – you can offer long-term or transitional housing depending on your capacity.
How to Get Involved
- Register your property with Community Sponsorship Ireland (CSI).
- Work with the Community Sponsorship Group (CSG) to ensure the home meets housing standards.
- Coordinate move-in logistics and help the family settle into their new home.
Ongoing Support & Engagement
- Offer guidance on tenancy rights and responsibilities.
- Help connect the family with local services, utilities, and neighborhood support.
- Work with the CSG to ensure long-term stability and independence.
Supportive of Long-Term Resettlement
- Allows for family growth and personal space
- Provides a comfortable and dignified living environment
- Encourages social connections and a sense of belonging
