Immigration

Domestic Violence & Human Trafficking (Lucha) Program-Americans for Immigrant Justice

Lucha is for those dealing with domestic violence and human trafficking. There is free legal help for immigrants. You can get healthcare and mental health counseling. They can help with housing, school, and jobs. They help with banking, taxes, and earning a driver's license. See the website to learn more.

Call 305.573.1106 ext. 1400 or email luchainfo@aijustice.org for help.

Comprehensive Refugee Services

This charity gives care and compassion to eligible refugees. They get help with fitting in their communities. This group has many services for people who are new to this country. Please call 407.277.1938 or click HERE to go to the website to learn more.

Program Types Available:

  • Education
  • Case Management
  • Employment Services
  • Legal Services
  • Youth Services

Hope Center

The Central Florida Hope Center is a public charity. They offer a wide range of services. These are available to those in the community that are in need. They have a food pantry. They also offer counseling and resources for dealing with problems in life. They can help you find a job. They offer immigration services.

Please call 407.347.3842 or click HERE to go to the website to learn more.

Immigrant Family Services - Alachua County Public Schools

Alachua County Public Schools offers services and support programs for eligible immigrant students and families. The term "eligible immigrant student" is defined as a student who:
(a) is 3-21 years old;
(b) was not born in any state, Washington, DC or Puerto Rico; (children of military personnel who were born outside these territories are considered immigrant for the purposes of this program)
(c) has not been attending any one or more schools in the United States for more than 3 full academic years.

Some of the services offered include: