Co-Sponsorship Tasks
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Housing & Welcome
Assist in gathering household and furniture items, setting up the home, providing ready-to-eat food upon arrival.
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Transportation
Coordinates transportation needs and teaches the family or individual how to access and navigate public transportation, as well as helping to apply for a driving license.
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Health
Assist the family or individual in finding primary health providers, tracking and attending follow-up medical and dental appointments, as well as teaching refugees how to stay healthy and safe in America.
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Education
Assist parents/guardians in enrolling children in school and following up on participation, as well as supporting adults to access English language and job training classes.
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Cultural Adjustment
Assist the family in learning how to accomplish daily tasks and take full advantage of services in the community (i.e. finding the grocery store, library, parks, etc.) as well as teaches elements of American culture (i.e. using appliances, technology, ect).
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Jobs and Finance
Supporting employable individuals to understand how to apply for jobs, network for employment, maintain a job once employed, set up a bank account, pay required bills, establish good credit, and plan for future goals.