Download Bethany Christian Services (BCS) Global Refugee and Immigrant Services 901 Eastern Ave NE Grand Rapids, MI 49501-1201 Phone: (616) 224-7550 www.bethany.org Church World Service (CWS) Immigration and Refugee Program 475 Riverside Drive, Suite 700 New York, NY 10115 Phone: (212) 870-2061 Fax: (212) 870-3194 www.cwsglobal.org Domestic & Foreign Missionary…
Завантажити українською Download in English Finding the appropriate housing requires knowing what steps to take. PRE-SEARCH TASKS For a successful housing search, you must first take steps to ensure you have the necessary knowledge and support. Preparing yourself for a safe search, finding a support system, selecting your housing budget, and determining your…
Завантажити український документ Скачать русский документ Download in English This resource outlines the documents usually required from tenant applicants by landlords and property managers when applying to rent a house or apartment. These requirements can be met in different ways, and some documents that newcomers have can be substitutes. It is best to speak with…
Understanding Ukrainian Resettlement Ukrainians who are fleeing violence can enter the United States through several avenues. Traditional pathways such as refugee status, asylum, and various types of visas are viable for some Ukrainians. But many are also entering the U.S. as Ukrainian Humanitarian Parolees (UHPs) through the Uniting for Ukraine (U4U) program. Though UHPs have the…
Download The Walk-Through Checklist After identifying appropriate housing, the newcomer family and their case manager should visit the property to be sure it meets housing safety and functionality standards. Arrive at the housing site with either a smartphone or a camera and notepad to document any preexisting damage to the unit, and download this housing walk–through checklist to…
Seek Out Welcoming Landlords and Property Owners Sometimes the toughest part of the housing process is knowing where to meet landlords and property owners who are interested in renting to newcomers. To get started, here are some ideas adapted from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) guide Tips for Working with Landlords: Connect…