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Refugee and Immigrant Center - Asian Association of Utah

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RIC-AAU
A nonprofit organization that provides comprehensive services to refugees and immigrants who have recently immigrated to the United States. Services provided include general counseling services, spouse/intimate partner abuse counseling, a human trafficking hotline, substance use disorder education/prevention and counseling, ESL classes, language translation services, court ordered community service site, rent payment assistance, parenting skills classes, youth enrichment programs (afterschool programs), immigrant benefits assistance, refugee resettlement volunteer opportunities, mortgage payment assistance, psychiatric medication management, and computer literacy classes.
DHHS Codes
Contract #A04063: MIR, MSR, MT1, MT2, MT3, NAE, NBG, NBT, NCA, NCC, NCN, NDI, NFG, NFT, NFW, NGT, NH1, NH2, NH3, NH4, NM1, NM2, NM3, NM5, NM8, NMC, NMI, NMT, NNC, NPE, NPS, NT2, NT3, NT4, NTA, NTC, NTE, NTX, SIR, VCA, VCG, VNA, VNG, VNI, VOE, VOG, VCI, VC
DHHS Contract Numbers
Contract #A04063 CETW DCSF JJYS DSPD
DHHS Keywords
Psychotherapy, Pharmacologic Management, Therapeutic Behavioral, Peer Support, Mentoring, Domestic Violence Treatment, DV, Nurse Assessment, Group Therapy, Individual Therapy, Family Therapy, Home Services, Mental Health Assessment, Medication Management,
English as a Second Language
Description:

Provides English as a Second Language (ELS) classes to refugees and immigrants. ESL classes increase English proficiency, helping clients be more active and integrated community members. Classes are kept small to enhance student/teacher interaction. Three levels of courses from pre-literate to high intermediate are offered.

Eligibility:
Refugees and immigrants needing help learning the English language.
Service Hours:
M - F 9 am - 12 noon (Levels 1,2,3); Tu, Th 6 pm - 8 pm (Mixed Levels), F 3 - 6:30 pm (Mixed Levels)
Intake Procedure:
Visit the website to register or call for more information.
Fees:
No cost
Service Contact Information:

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Language Translation
Description:

Certified interpreters assist refugees and immigrants in accessing services in their native language. The program provides medical, educational, occupational interpretation, and translation services to organizations and individuals. Interpretation services are provided in person in Spanish, Arabic, Somali, Swahili, Nepali, and 30+ other languages.

Eligibility:
Service Hours:
M - F 8:30 am - 5:30 pm
Intake Procedure:
Call to schedule an appointment.
Fees:
$35/hour with one hour minimum.
Service Contact Information:

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Court Ordered Community Service Sites
Description:

Offers court-ordered community service opportunities such as ESL class assistants, human trafficking program support, and administrative support.

Eligibility:
Contact for eligibility information.
Service Hours:
M - F 8:30 am - 5:30 pm
Intake Procedure:
Call or complete the form on the website.
Fees:
No cost
Service Contact Information:

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Parenting Skills Classes
Description:

Teaches modern child-rearing techniques to clients in an individually tailored, culturally sensitive, and success-oriented setting. Parents will learn how to foster a better relationship with their children through effective communication despite generational and language barriers.

Eligibility:
Refugees and immigrants.
Service Hours:
M - F 8:30 am - 5:30 pm
Intake Procedure:
Visit the website to enroll or call for more information.
Fees:
No cost
Service Contact Information:

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Youth Enrichment Programs
Description:

Provides an afterschool program to improve academic performance, build social skills, foster leadership, and provide a safe place for youth. The program partners with schools, non-profits, and community members to provide social, emotional, and academic support. After-school programs are offered at the Sunnyvale Neighborhood Center, Evergreen Junior High School, Olympus High School, and William Penn Elementary.

Eligibility:
Contact for specific eligibility information.
Service Hours:
M - F 8:30 am - 5:30 pm
Intake Procedure:
Visit the website or call for additional information.
Fees:
No cost
Service Contact Information:

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Spouse/Intimate Partner Abuse Counseling
Description:

Provides culturally sensitive counseling services using a strength-based and trauma-informed approach to survivors of domestic violence.

Eligibility:
Service Hours:
M - F 8:30 am - 5:30 pm
Intake Procedure:
Call to schedule an appointment or complete the intake form on the website.
Fees:
Sliding scale
Service Contact Information:

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https://aau-slc.org/get-connected/get-help/behavioral-health-referral.html
Human Trafficking Hotlines
Description:

The Utah Trafficking in Persons (UTIP) Taskforce provides a tip line to report suspected cases of human trafficking.

Eligibility:
Service Hours:
24/7
Intake Procedure:
Call the tip line to report suspected cases of human trafficking.
Fees:
No cost
Service Contact Information:

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Substance Use Disorder Education/Prevention
Description:

Provides substance use disorder education to individuals and groups using culturally sensitive methods and materials.

Eligibility:
Service Hours:
M - F 8:30 am - 5:30 pm
Intake Procedure:
Call for more information or complete the intake form on the website.
Fees:
No cost
Service Contact Information:

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https://aau-slc.org/get-connected/get-help/behavioral-health-referral.html
Substance Use Disorder Counseling
Description:

Provides evidence-based, culturally sensitive, strengths-based substance use disorder counseling to individuals and groups.

Eligibility:
Service Hours:
M - F 8:30 am - 5:30 pm
Intake Procedure:
Call to schedule an appointment or complete the intake form on the website.
Fees:
Sliding scale
Service Contact Information:

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https://aau-slc.org/get-connected/get-help/behavioral-health-referral.html
General Counseling Services
Description:

Provides affordable, trauma-informed, culturally sensitive counseling services for refugees, immigrants, and other community members. The counseling services allow individuals and families to build on their strengths and become integrated members of the local community. Licensed clinicians use evidence-based therapeutic approaches tailored to each client's unique needs.

Eligibility:
Service Hours:
M - F 8:30 am - 5:30 pm
Intake Procedure:
Call to schedule an appointment or complete the intake form on the website.
Fees:
Sliding scale
Service Contact Information:

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https://aau-slc.org/get-connected/get-help/behavioral-health-referral.html
Refugee Resettlement Services
Description:

Provides comprehensive intervention in assisting refugees and immigrants in the state of Utah. Offers a personal case worker and guidance through English classes, employment, legal assistance and more.

Eligibility:
Refugees, asylees, special immigrant visa holders, parolees from Afghanistan, Cuba and Haiti, Victims of Trafficking with a T-Visa and their families.
Service Hours:
M - F 8:30 am - 5:30 pm
Intake Procedure:
Call to schedule an appointment.
Fees:
No cost
Service Contact Information:

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aau-slc.org/what-we-do/refugee-and-immigrant-center/refugee-resettlement.html
Rent Payment Assistance
Description:

Provides clients with rent payment assistance to increase self-sufficiency and eradicate poverty. This service is currently offered in Davis, Utah, and Weber Counties but not in Salt Lake County.

Eligibility:
Contact for specific eligibility criteria.
Service Hours:
M - F 8:30 am - 5:30 pm
Intake Procedure:
Because the availability of funds for rent payment assistance is constantly changing, complete the intake form on the website or call with additional questions.
Fees:
No cost
Service Contact Information:

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gabriela.paredes@aau-slc.org
Mortgage Payment Assistance
Description:

Provides clients mortgage payment assistance to increase self-sufficiency and eradicate poverty.

Eligibility:
Contact for specific eligibility criteria.
Service Hours:
M - F 8:30 am - 5:30 pm
Intake Procedure:
Because the availability of funds for mortgage payment assistance is constantly changing, complete the intake form on the website or call with additional questions.
Fees:
No cost
Service Contact Information:

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Psychiatric Medication Services
Description:

Medical professionals provide psychiatric medication management services to clients.

Eligibility:
Service Hours:
M - F 8:30 am - 5:30 pm
Intake Procedure:
Call to schedule an appointment or complete the intake form on the website.
Fees:
Sliding scale
Service Contact Information:

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https://aau-slc.org/get-connected/get-help/behavioral-health-referral.html
Computer Literacy Training Programs
Description:

Provides basic computer software training on topics including email, word processing, internet, and spreadsheets.

Eligibility:
Refugees and Immigrants
Service Hours:
M - F 12 noon - 1 pm
Intake Procedure:
Visit the website to register or call for more information.
Fees:
No cost
Service Contact Information:

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