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I was interested to read Sir Anthony Seldon¡¯s ¡°10 steps to address the student mental health crisis¡± (16 October). This problem can be especially prevalent among international students who are far from home and working within an?unfamiliar culture. The charity Host offers international students the chance to spend a day, weekend or a few days at Christmas in volunteers¡¯ homes. This means that those who have not seen their families for months can take a?break and feel relaxed in a welcoming home environment.

Last year, Host could place only half of more than 1,000 applicants during the Christmas period because of a lack of volunteer hosts. So if you have ¡°room at the inn¡± at Christmas, I encourage you to offer a warm home to an international student. More information can be found at .

Kimberley Brough
Hertfordshire

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