Supports for Immigrant and Refugee Families
Supports for African Families
AFAHO – African Family Health Organization
Health and social services, programs for new moms and children and teens. Social services, immigration support, DV support, ESL, employment skills, case management, medical appointments, community meetings, workshops. Women’s support group, and youth program for elementary and high school students. Many languages spoken here! Just call!
Physical Address
2420 S. 54th Street, 2nd Floor
Philadelphia, PA 19143
Mailing Address
5400 Grays Ave, 2nd Floor
Philadelphia, PA 19143
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French & Yoruba
Bambara, Mandingo & French
Arabic
Swahili & Kinyarwanda
Akan/Twi & English
AFRICOM-Philly
The Coalition of African and Caribbean Communities. Many languages spoken here!!
Health, social services, immigration, legal assistance, housing, employment, case management, civic engagement and legislative advocacy.
6328 Paschall Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19142
View WebsiteView Map LocationMayor’s Commission on African and Caribbean Immigrant Affairs (MCACIA)
Shares resources and raises awareness about the history, geography, and culture of the African continent and the Caribbean.
1401 John F. Kennedy Blvd., Suite 1430, Philadelphia, PA 19102
View WebsiteView Map LocationTAMAA: Support for African Immigrant Families (of CCTC)
Free! CCTC’s Tamaa program provides caregiver education and support for West African refugee families. The program includes home, community and school based behavioral health services.
1080 North Delaware Avenue, Suite 600, Philadelphia, PA 19125
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Mr. Lanfia Waritay, Team Leader
Ivan Vila, Team Leader
Supports for Arabic Families
Al-Aqsa Islamic Society
Al-Aqsa Islamic Society offers services and activities such as a prayer hall, social events, youth programs, sisters’ activities, funeral services, and Dawaa activities (free books, brochures, and tapes available for the general public)
1501 Germantown Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19122
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Al-Bustan Seeds of Culture
Al-Bustan Seeds of Culture offers artistic and educational programming that enriches cross-cultural understanding and celebrates diversity.
3645 Lancaster Ave., Philadelphia PA 19104
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ALIPH Arabic Language Institute of Philadelphia
ALIPH offers the opportunity to be immersed in the study of Islamic Knowledge and the Arabic language.
51 S. State Road, Upper Darby PA 19082
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The Association of Islamic Charitable Projects in North America (AICP)
Educational and employment services.
4431 Walnut St, Philadelphia, PA 19104
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CAIR Philadelphia
CAIR’s mission is to ensure that the American Muslim community is fully empowered to navigate the American civic and legal systems. Their work includes civil rights advocacy, civic engagement, educational programs, combating media bias, interfaith outreach, and youth leadership.
1501 Cherry St, Philadelphia, PA 19102
View WebsiteView Map LocationRachida Fathallah
Arabic medical interpreter at Language Services Associates; demonstrated knowledge of interpreting medical content for non-English speaking patients and families; available over the phone and on location, such as hospitals.
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Information and Resources
The School District of Philadelphia Immigrant and Refugee Mental Health Toolkit
Toolkit with information about education, mental health and legal needs.
(Available for professionals in English only)
View WebsiteSupports for Asian Families
Asian Arts Initiative
Asian Arts Initiative is a multidisciplinary arts center offering exhibitions, performances, artist residencies, youth workshops, and a community gathering space. Visit website for a current and accurate listing of active offerings.
1219 Vine Street, Philadelphia, PA 19107
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Asian Family Health Resource
Contact Katherine Houng at Chinatown Medical Center
Workshops, parent support, information and advocacy…find us on Facebook or We Chat: 需要加入“ASD父母互助群”的朋友，可以加我微信。微信号：mandylin323, 并注明“互助群”。谢谢!
432 N. 6th Street, Philadelphia PA 19123
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Katherine Houng
Autism for Asian families VIDEO
This video (English version) is designed to help convey an accurate understanding of Autism and Developmental Delays for Asian families, by highlighting the unique experiences of several Asian families in Philadelphia and by showing interviews with experts in the field.
Click here for more videos to help Asian families with understanding developmental delays and autism in more languages. This film is offered in English, 中文 (Chinese), 한글 (Korean), नेपाली (Nepali), Indonesia, ខ្មែរ (Khmer) 日本語 (Japanese), and Việt (Vietnamese).
View WebsiteCambodian Association of Greater Philadelphia
Supports, resources, case management, after school, summer camp and parent enrichment programs.
Two locations:
2416 South 7th Street 19148/ 215-389-0748
5412 North 5th Street, 19120/ 215-324-4070
View WebsiteView Map LocationChinese Health Information Center at Jefferson Hospital
Assist, guide, support Mandarin/Cantonese speaking immigrant families.
111 S 11th St, Philadelphia, PA 19107
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Hall Mercer Outpatient Mental Health Adult Outpatient Services
Provides psychiatric and therapeutic services to clients with mental health needs. To learn more about these programs, please contact Steve Niederriter. Adult Case management is available for adults with serious and persistent mental illness who speak Khmer, Cantonese, Mandarin, or Vietnamese. To learn more about this program, please contact Eulalia Darius.
Located at 245 S 8th St, Philadelphia, PA 19106 (8th and Spruce St, 19107). All services can be arranged in a hybrid model.
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Steve Niederriter
Eulalia Darius
Hall Mercer Outpatient Mental Health Child and Family Outpatient Services
Evaluation, Therapy, Medication management are available to children with CBH/Medicaid insurances. Case management services are available to children who need to be connected to additional services and/or coordination of care. PHIICAPS (intensive family-based model) is available for more at-risk, high-needs children and families- and offers Spanish speaking treatment teams.
245 S 8th St, Philadelphia, PA 19106
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Lauren Cliggitt
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Jaisohn Center
Multiservice center for Korean families offering medical, home care, social services and family support.
6705 Old York Rd. Philadelphia PA 19126
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The Wedge
Counseling and therapy available in Vietnamese and Khmer (Cambodian).
1939 South Juniper Street Philadelphia PA 19148
View Map LocationSupports for Latino Families
Autismo Para Familias Latinas
Video about Autism myths in Latino community….video sobre los mitos
View WebsiteCCTC Abriendo Caminos
Serving the Mexican and Central American community behavioral support and psychological services. Serves families with and without insurance. Giving parents an option if they want a TSS in the home while they do virtual learning, currently providing telehealth and can also provide services in the home.
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COMHAR Latino Treatment Program
Providing treatment by phone or video services. Therapy and psychiatry visits provided through telehealth.
2600 N. American Street Philadelphia PA 19133
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El Centro Estatal de Recursos de ASERT
le facilita a las familias, individuos con autismo y profesionales
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First Words Project
Offering many wonderful resources about child development in Spanish.
View WebsiteHUNE (Hispanos Unidos Para Niños Excepcionals)
Advocacy, information, youth program (ages 14-21), and support for Latino families with children with disabilities FREE! Virtual programming throughout COVID
2215 N. American St, Philadelphia PA 19133
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La Puerta Abierta
Multiple sites in Philadelphia
Free family counseling for undocumented and uninsured Spanish-speaking families.
View WebsiteMonarch House/ Casa Monarca
Afterschool programs and advocacy for Latino families, as well as playgroups for children and their parents.
1448 S. 17th Street, Philadelphia PA 19148
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Puentes de Salud Health and Wellness Center
Also provides dental services for uninsured – patients can call and request information. Anyone who needs an appointment, would be provided telehealth visit. Urgent visits are in person. Offers COVID testing as well. If uninsured, no charge to them.
1700 South Street Philadelphia, PA 19146
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Sociedad Americana de Autismo/Filadelfia
24 horas de informaciion y linea telefonica de apoyo
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Information and Resources
DBHIDS Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
The DEI team believes in a community where everyone belongs and can be authentic and included; has a voice; and feels valued. The DEI team collects, reports, and monitors data and builds partnerships with various stakeholders and community members to help with program development and reduce disparities. The team provides support to DBHIDS staff and provider community and special populations to promote inclusive service delivery.
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Director: Sarorng Sorn
DBHIDS Immigrant Affairs and Language Access Services
Immigrant Affairs and Language Access Services assists in the development of agency-wide policies and strength-based approaches that engage and provide culturally and linguistically appropriate services for refugee and immigrant communities with behavioral health concerns.
The DBHIDS Language Access Policy provides protocols for staff when providing services to individuals who have limited English proficiency (LEP). It is the City’s policy to grant access to services or programs to every person even when there is a limited ability to speak, understand, read or write English.
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Director: Sarorng Sorn
HIAS Pennsylvania
HIAS Pennsylvania provides social and legal services to low-income immigrants (including humanitarian visas, family visas, getting a green card, and applying for citizenship). Currently, providing all of their regular services, but for the most part, working with clients remotely. Offices are not open to the public.
Intake Hours:
Wednesdays: 9:30AM – 12:00PM
Thursdays: 2:00PM–4:30PM
600 Chestnut St., Suite 500B, Philadelphia, PA 19106
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Intercultural Family Services
Home, community based case management and outpatient mental health services.
Two locations: 4225 Chestnut Street or 2317 South 23rd Street.
Services provided through telehealth during COVID pandemic.
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4225 Chestnut Street
South 23rd Street
Let’s Talk Philly Conversation Circles
Let’s Talk Philly is an organization made of immigrants and refugees from diverse countries and cultures, working together to improve community wellness and overcome barriers to social and economic integration by building language and leadership skills. Conversation Circles was created for immigrants to become more comfortable with speaking English. By encouraging their participants to practice their English in a fun, comfortable, peer-to-peer environment, they foster an environment for sharing cultural understanding and appreciation.
211 N 13th Street, 4th Floor, Philadelphia PA 19107
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Mil Mujeres.org
Resources related to immigration rights for dealing with ICE.
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Mural Arts Program – Porch Light Program; Southeast by Southeast
Through public art and a vibrant neighborhood hub, Southeast by Southeast creates a welcoming, supportive community space for immigrant and refugee families. Volunteers, neighbors, and artists teach classes on a range of subjects, stretching from sewing and weaving to English as a Second Language. We provide healing educational, arts, and wellness programs for immigrant and refugee families. Programs are online or outdoors at the moment due to COVID.
2106 South 8th Street, 1st Floor Philadelphia, PA 19148
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Melissa Fogg
Nationalities Service Center
FREE systems navigation supports for families needing help with a variety of needs, part of the Philadelphia Refugee Health Collaborative.
Services provided virtually right now.
1216 Arch Street, 4th Floor. Philadelphia PA 19107
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Parents Involved Network (Mental Health Partnerships)
For English – Parents Involved Network – Parents Main Information Line 267-507-3860 All supports provided online due to COVID-19.
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Michelle Sanchez
Parents Main Information Line
SEAMAAC
Provides community supports such as after school and summer programming, health and social services, advocacy, hunger relief and an annual giveaway events for resources like diapers and coats, and more.
Language access is provided to all in need.
Please visit website for more information on current services.
1711 South Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA 19148
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smallWORLDspecialneeds.org
Informative videos about Autism, ADHD and other special needs. Available in multiple languages including Spanish, Chinese, Vietnamese, Arabic, and Nepali.
Un sitio web con videos e información en español sobre cómo ayudar a su hijo.
Resources include: Videos and tip sheets, No Words, Use Pictures.
View WebsiteThe Welcoming Center
Provides information and resources, and supports immigrant integration.
211 N 13th St 4th floor, Philadelphia, PA 19107