Immigrant & Refugee Resources

Published July 21, 2022 | Social Worker

Immigrant & Refugee Resources

Legal Resources

New Immigrant Enforcement Guidelines Effective 11/29/21
Office of the Citizenship and Immigration Services Ombudsman – Assists individuals and employers in resolving difficulties they are experiencing with U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS).
Boston Immigration Court Pro Bono Legal Aid – List of pro bono legal service providers.

Educational and Advocacy Resources

MIRA: MA Immigrant and Refugee Advocacy – Resources on citizenship, English language and adult education; health and social services, and refugee assistance.

Mental, Emotional, and Financial Support

JFS Immigrant and Resettlement Services – Services for the social, emotional, and financial needs of immigrants, refugees, and asylees.
LGBT Asylum Taskforce – Housing, food, and connection to legal, medical, and mental resources.

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The Town Social Worker provides resources, referrals, and public health education to town residents of all ages.

When contacting the social worker, please note that the Secretary of State has declared that email is a public record and thus not confidential.

Some Social Work Services Provided:

Referrals to services related to: mental health, medical, parenting, housing, finances, basic needs, etc.
Providing information on area resources and services for the elderly, individuals with disabilities, children and families, low-income individuals, and those with a variety of other specialized needs
Connecting residents with community supports to help complete applications for services such as: food stamps, social security disability, fuel assistance, DMH (Department of Mental Health), Mass Health, etc.
Accepting and reviewing applications for the HOPE Sudbury fund
Connecting residents with volunteer and donation opportunities
Providing community education
Collaborating with community groups to address community needs and concerns, and to strengthen community connections

Please feel free to call if you have any concerns, unmet needs, or a desire to volunteer or make donations.