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In this Live Streamed session, the National Resource Center for Refugees, Immigrants, and Migrants join SettleIn for a two-part series which covered healthcare in the United States. In Part 1, we discussed the different types of healthcare providers and services in the United States. In Part 2, we will cover emergency care, ambulances, and calling…

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Increased anti-immigrant rhetoric and the potential of widespread immigration enforcement actions have caused some individuals and communities to have heightened anxiety, fear, and distress. These clients may turn to their mental health providers with questions and concerns. This document offers general guidance and supportive resources to help providers effectively respond.

The University of California San Francisco (UCSF) Trauma Recovery Center (TRC) developed and implemented a “building officer of the day” (BOD) system to provide immediate support to clients and staff during office hours. This practice addresses the challenge of meeting urgent, time-sensitive client needs. Preliminary data indicates the BOD system positively impacts the timeliness and…

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In resettlement settings, as in other social service settings, agencies must be prepared to respond to client crises and other critical incidents. Both individual crises and larger threats to the agency and/or staff require immediate and effective responses to ensure the safety and well-being of everyone involved. The development of agency-wide critical incident policies and…

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This resource provides essential safety tips and guidance for refugees and resettlement agencies during U.S. presidential election seasons, when public interest in these communities may increase. It covers how to handle interview or photo requests, manage harassing calls or messages, protect personal information, and enhance personal and home security. The guide also emphasizes contacting a…

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This template is for managing low-risk situations such as clients reporting difficult or overwhelming emotions, a history of substance use, chronic health conditions, or other unsafe situations that are unlikely to result in significant harm to clients or communities. This safety plan template is appropriate for clients who are low risk but may still benefit…

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Newcomers face unique risks and vulnerabilities due to their experiences of forced displacement, exposure to potentially traumatic experiences, and the complex stressors of resettlement. Safety planning can be a necessary or helpful intervention to maintain newcomers’ overall safety and wellness. This short guide provides an overview of safety plans and the safety planning process to…

This resource, developed by CARRE and the International Rescue Committee, is a client facing handout with information on what hate crimes and hate incidents are, how to remain safe, and reporting options. This resource is available in Arabic, Dari, French, Pashto, Spanish, Swahili, English, and Somali.

This resource, developed by CARRE and the International Rescue Committee, is a client facing handout with information on what hate crimes and hate incidents are, how to remain safe, and reporting options. This resource is available in Arabic, Dari, French, Pashto, Spanish, Swahili, English, and Somali.

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Refugee families, service providers, and health care providers have voiced concerns about monitoring the safety of refugees’ new residences, both inside and outside the home. This checklist, which focuses mostly on safety concerns inside of the home, is based on a survey of providers’ experiences. It can be a useful reference during meetings or home…