Welcome Centers

LIRS Welcome Centers ensure that asylum seekers and refugees have access to local services and support.

We provide protection-centered and trauma-informed case management services to asylum seekers and those arriving through humanitarian parole, including:

A service plan within one month of enrollment, tailored to their individual needs.
Mental health screening and referral to mental health and psychosocial support through internal services where available, as well as external referrals.
Connection to community health providers to address any health issues.
Legal services, including know-your rights support, guidance to secure legal counsel, and support in obtaining assistance with applications where needed.
Connection to community-based resources for which they are eligible, such as food banks, volunteer services, and faith communities.
Education services, including school enrollment for school-age children, and access to youth and adult education programming, including English classes.
Emergency food, housing, and financial assistance.