During an MDT visit, volunteers traditionally do a homestay with a community member. By staying at a community member's home, volunteers get an enriched experience, deeper interaction with community members, and special insight into the community.
If you are interested in volunteering but are not willing to do a homestay due to COVID-19, accessibility, or other concerns, you may elect to stay in a nearby hotel. If two volunteers share a room, AIA Minnesota will cover the full cost. If a volunteer opts to have their own room, AIA Minnesota will reimburse the volunteer for half the expense. (Hotel room costs are only covered or partially reimbursed for the nights of May 2, 3, and 4, 2024)
Please note that volunteers may need to stay in a nearby city, depending on hotel availability in the Cuyuna Lakes region.