Subject Matter: Ukraine Resources & Support

Step-by-Step Guide to Securing Housing

by on April 27, 2023

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…

Rental Requirements and Newcomer Documents

Rental Requirements and Newcomer Documents

by on April 26, 2023

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…

Welcoming New Neighbors from Ukraine: What do Service Providers Need to Know?

Welcoming New Neighbors from Ukraine: What do Service Providers Need to Know?

by on April 13, 2023

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…

Housing Search Platforms for Ukrainian Newcomers

Housing Search Platforms for Ukrainian Newcomers

by on March 30, 2023

Welcome Connect: A platform to connect Ukrainian with a U.S. Sponsor I Can Help.Host: Search free accommodations by location Host 4 Ukraine: Locate free accommodation, plus jobs, supplies, and services Ukrainia Space: Locate hosts and accommodation by area HopeStay: Connecting Ukrainians with host families Accommodation Help & Shelter: A public Facebook group dedicated to finding…

Ukrainian Sponsorship Manual

by on March 8, 2023

Download Manual  The Ukrainian Sponsorship Manual is a comprehensive guide for private sponsor groups partnering with CWS to welcome Ukrainians through Uniting for Ukraine. Sponsorship is transformational work – both on an individual and community level – and CWS is excited to support you as your provide long-term integration support and a warm welcome to…

Ukrainian Sponsor Groups

by on December 16, 2022

CWS Private Sponsor Groups – Uniting for Ukraine The Role of Sponsor Groups Unlike other refugee populations, Ukrainian humanitarian parolees are not eligible for certain resettlement services that local agency offices provide, Instead, private sponsors provide these services, which includes help with finding housing, benefits applications, school enrollment, and making appointments, among other tasks. Private…

Welcome to Your New Home – An Illustrated Guide

by on December 16, 2022

Download PDF – English Download PDF – Russian This has been written as a collaborative effort between the African Community Center in Denver, Colorado and Mercy Housing, Inc. Illustrations and conceptual design have been provided by Carol Kimball. The African Community Center is a program office of the Ethiopian Community Development Center (ECDC) based in…