julio 20, 2019

COMMUNITY RESOURCE CENTER (CRC)

Today, the CRC offers (9) programs and thirty-five (35) community services. The community has access to health screenings and care, business development, immigration applications, document translations, food stamps and other social and public services. Workshops and trainings on current issues (Ex. health insurance enrollment, Medicare, Medicaid, Employment, Immigration, Abuse, etc.) are offered on an on-going basis.

New programs have included, naming a few, smoking cessation, Latinx HIV Awareness Day, flu vaccinations, Zumba, Grain Gymnastics, Diabetes Expansion Program, Family Planning and Focus Groups.

SERVED:  200,000

HISTORY

The Community needed a place to get answers. At first, we provided basic information on general assistance programs. Then, CRC expanded to provide referrals. Each time the community had a need, we sought information, referrals or partners.

SERVICE RECIPIENTS’ TESTIMONIALS

“Thanks to Save Latin America. I am a new woman! I am connected to them for life. I volunteer in their health activities; this is my way of giving back to the community through Save Latin America.”

Angelita Cedeño

“All the staff gave me a lot of support when I arrived. The group accepted and has become my companions. My health, mind, and spirit improved by participating in their activities. I have been with them for three years.”

Josefina Hernández

“I was depressed! Someone told me about Save Latin America. My life Changed. I attend the physical activities and Diabetes Program. Now, I am happy and healthy person.”

Carmen Cintrón

“Ms.  Lorena … I want to thank you for the assistance you gave me in submitting the revision of my USCIS Application N-400 in April 2018. The process resulted in my receiving my citizenship (USA) on May 25, 2019. I will eternally be grateful for your professional support. I will be eternally grateful for your professional involvement and the dedicated manner you have in how you advise those whom request your services. Save Latin America is represented very well by you; especially, you represented them well in your specialty – immigration. I congratulate you! Sincerely,

Lidia Francisco del Dilone

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