Provides immigration and legal services to low and moderate income refugees and immigrants.

Provides a State and Federally funded medical care benefit (a form of Medicaid) to foreign nationals, immigrants, refugees/entrants/asylees, permanent residents and undocumented persons who are hospitalized for childbirth or experience an emergency medical condition during their stay in the County, and who have limited resources.

Provides a State and Federally funded medical care benefit (a form of Medicaid) to low-income foreign nationals, immigrants, refugees/entrants/asylees, permanent residents and undocumented persons who are hospitalized for childbirth or experience an emergency medical condition during their stay in the county.

Offers assistance to refugees and immigrants as they adjust to their new home and community. Provides English language classes to immigrants whose first language is not English. Childcare may be provided during classes. Also provides citizenship assistance to prepare individuals for the US Citizenship exam. Resume building and job search assistance are offered as well.

Provides a State and Federally funded medical care benefit (a form of Medicaid) to foreign nationals, immigrants, refugees/entrants/asylees, permanent residents and undocumented persons who are hospitalized for childbirth or experience an emergency medical condition during their stay in the County, and who have limited resources. If eligibility is satisfied, the hospital will be paid directly for the care received. Other providers whose services are directly connected to the emergency event may also be paid, as determined on a case-by-case basis.

Provides volunteer opportunities to work with immigrants in a variety of roles. Volunteer opportunities may include being a part of a Welcome Team, driving instructor and teaching car care, English language instruction, interpretation services, cultural orientation, public transportation navigator, and so forth.

Provides multiple services to help integrate immigrants and refugees into society by assisting them with job search, interview prep, resume writing assistance, and more.

Provides legal service for victims of most crimes, including but not limited to victims of: - Theft. - Property crimes such as robbery, burglary, and vandalism. - Elder fraud and abuse. - Hate and bias crimes. - Domestic violence, sexual assault, dating violence, stalking, and sex trafficking. Legal services for victims of crime include: - Consultations. - Explanation of victims' rights. - Help filing a police report or talking to police. - Representation of victims throughout a criminal prosecution. - Filing protective orders. - Visas for human trafficking and victims of crime. - Asylum. - Aid in seeking repayment for damages that occurred as a result of a crime.

Connects international newcomers to various resources in Northeast Ohio. Provides employment readiness. Matches the newcomer with a mentor of the same ethnicity or nationality who can guide them to community resources, as well as assist with English and provide professional networking opportunities. Also provides pre-job guidance, including interview skills and resume assistance.

Serves individuals in need with traditional-culture food items, including fresh produce as well as non-food personal care items. The program is administered by bilingual staff for clients needing assistance in a language other than English.

Provides information and guidance for immigrants and refugees who need to evaluate their aptitude, abilities, and interests in order to choose a vocation or career and select the type of training that will enable them to obtain and progress in their chosen field.

Assists immigrants with obtaining short-term case management, accurate up-to-date information on new laws and procedures, and online green card renewals. Provides additional support services including: - Citizenship classes to prepare eligible immigrants for the United States Citizen and Immigration Services (USCIS) citizenship exam. - English instruction in preparation for formal English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) classes. - Mobile Mexican consulate visits (for consular services such as passport renewals and consular IDs). - Clinics and special events (immunization fairs, legal clinics, know your rights information). - Coordination of services with Lorain County Free Clinic. - Referrals to American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA). - Referrals to constituent services from congressional representatives and government agencies. - Advocacy and educations with Lorain Ohio Immigrants Rights Association (LOIRA).

Provides educational workshops for immigrants that deal with the essentials of money management, asset building, and financial independence.

When you or your family apply for citizenship, or seek Permanent Residency or a Green Card, you are required to obtain an immigration physical prior to approval of your application. A medical examination is also necessary as a part of the application process for an alien applying for adjustment of status. The purpose of the medical examination is to evaluate the applicant’s health status and to determine if they have any conditions that might preclude a change in status. The results of the examination will be provided to an Immigration Officer and may also be shared with health departments and other public health or cooperating medical authorities. Immigration physicals must be completed by a Designated Civil Surgeon to ensure the exam is valid. An immigration physical typically consists of the following: - A physical examination - Review of Vaccine Records - Tuberculosis screening – TB Gold blood test. - Syphilis test – RPR blood test - Gonorrhea blood test - Varicella & MMR titers - Vaccine administration – Flu (in season), Tetanus (Additional vaccines may be required based on your test results) - Completed I-693 Form.

Evaluates cases related to: food stamp overpayment; food stamps being denied, terminated, or delayed; or a cash benefit being denied/terminated AND the benefit amount is $0; Ohio Works First (OWF) cash assistance/childcare vouchers/childcare vouchers; Prevention Retention Contingency (PRC) or other state-local income maintenance overpayments, OWF cash assistance/childcare vouchers/PRC or other state/local income maintenance being denied/terminated/or delayed; Child disability case overpayments; child disability case where applicant has received notice proposing termination of benefits and an appeal has been requested; Social Security or Supplemental Security Insurance overpayments; Denial/termination/application delay of Medicaid or Medicare coverage or services, or problems with Medicaid or Medicare for currently or previously incarcerated individuals; Medical and nursing home collection; Emergency cases where there is a problem communicating with county Job & Family Services (CJFS) regarding benefits or application; Public benefits case involving applicant with a mental impairment, language or literacy barrier, or other issue; Veteran benefits overpayments, veteran benefits being denied/terminated, or change to discharge status.

Provides help with immigration issues, including legal assistance. Offers job resume preparation, advice on workplace attire, and interviewing skills.

Provides household goods, clothing, shoes, cleaning supplies, baby items. Items available depend on what the agency has on hand. Occasionally may have large appliances such as washers, dryers, stoves, and refrigerators.

Provides predictive mental health screening for all newly resettled clients. Program staff provide home-based follow up and supportive strengths-based case management to address health and wellness needs.

Provides a State and Federally funded medical care benefit (a form of Medicaid) to foreign nationals, immigrants, refugees/entrants/asylees, permanent residents and undocumented persons who are hospitalized for childbirth or experience an emergency medical condition during their stay in the County, and who have limited resources. If eligibility is satisfied, the hospital will be paid directly for the care received. Other providers whose services are directly connected to the emergency event may also be paid, as determined on a case-by-case basis.

Evaluates cases related to: food stamp overpayment; food stamps being denied, terminated, or delayed; or a cash benefit being denied/terminated AND the benefit amount is $0; Ohio Works First (OWF) cash assistance/childcare vouchers/childcare vouchers; Prevention Retention Contingency (PRC) or other state-local income maintenance overpayments, OWF cash assistance/childcare vouchers/PRC or other state/local income maintenance being denied/terminated/or delayed; Child disability case overpayments; child disability case where applicant has received notice proposing termination of benefits and an appeal has been requested; Social Security or Supplemental Security Insurance overpayments; Denial/termination/application delay of Medicaid or Medicare coverage or services, or problems with Medicaid or Medicare for currently or previously incarcerated individuals; Medical and nursing home collection; Emergency cases where there is a problem communicating with county Job & Family Services (CJFS) regarding benefits or application; Public benefits case involving applicant with a mental impairment, language or literacy barrier, or other issue; Veteran benefits overpayments, veteran benefits being denied/terminated, or change to discharge status.

Provides low to no cost legal assistance with immigration status and situations.

Provides a State and Federally funded medical care benefit (a form of Medicaid) to foreign nationals, immigrants, refugees/entrants/asylees, permanent residents and undocumented persons who are hospitalized for childbirth or experience an emergency medical condition during their stay in the County, and who have limited resources. If eligibility is satisfied, the hospital will be paid directly for the care received. Other providers whose services are directly connected to the emergency event may also be paid, as determined on a case-by-case basis.

Provides a State and Federally funded medical care benefit (a form of Medicaid) to low-income foreign nationals, immigrants, refugees/entrants/asylees, permanent residents and undocumented persons who are hospitalized for childbirth or experience an emergency medical condition during their stay in the county.

Provides a service for individuals to locate a detainee who is currently in ICE custody or who has been in U.S. Customs and Border Protection’s custody for more than 48 hours.

Provides computer classes and financial literacy training.